An Address on the Subject of the Usury Laws An Answer to the Hon John Whipple, of Rhode Island Classic Reprint
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
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- Title
- An Address on the Subject of the Usury Laws An Answer to the Hon John Whipple, of Rhode Island Classic Reprint
- Author
- James Gallatin
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- PAP
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1331519756
- ISBN 13
- 9781331519751
- Item weight
- 104 grams
Explore a 19th‑century argument for reforming usury laws and stabilizing money in a changing economy.
This authoritative address by James Gallatin examines how interest limits shaped trade, banking, and everyday borrowing, offering historical context and a call for repeal in a modern monetary system. The work surveys old laws, currency reform, and the impact on workers and lenders alike, presenting a clear stance on financial policy in America.
This edition presents a detailed, accessible discussion of:- The historical debate over interest rates and the role of usury laws.
- How banking practices and currency reforms influenced prices, trade, and security for property.
- Comparisons between ancient, medieval, and modern approaches to lending and money.
- The case for repealing restrictive laws to prevent capital shortages during emergencies.
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