Predecessors Of Adam Smith: The Growth Of British Economic Thought

Johnson, Edgar Augustus Jerome

ISBN 10: 1258422441 / ISBN 13: 9781258422448

Published by Literary Licensing, LLC, 2012

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Predecessors Of Adam Smith: The Growth Of British Economic Thought
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1258422441
• ISBN 13: 9781258422448
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Predecessors Of Adam The Growth Of British Economic Thought is a comprehensive book written by Edgar Augustus Jerome Johnson. The book explores the history of economic thought in Britain before the emergence of Adam Smith, who is widely considered the father of modern economics. Johnson delves into the works of several influential economic thinkers who paved the way for Smith's ideas, including William Petty, Dudley North, John Locke, and David Hume. He examines their contributions to economic theory and how their ideas shaped the economic policies of their time. The book also explores the political and social context in which these thinkers operated, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the economic and intellectual climate of Britain during this period. Overall, Predecessors Of Adam Smith is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of economic thought and the evolution of economic theory in Britain. The book is well-researched and provides valuable insights into the ideas and influences that shaped the development of modern economics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.