State of the Country Speech in the House of Commons, Thursday, the 18th of March, 1830 Classic Reprint
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2019
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- Title
- State of the Country Speech in the House of Commons, Thursday, the 18th of March, 1830 Classic Reprint
- Author
- William Huskisson
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2019
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- PAP
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1330819225
- ISBN 13
- 9781330819227
- Item weight
- 132 grams
A pivotal 1830 speech argues for a stable monetary system and prudent reform.
This edition presents William Huskisson’s extended remarks in the House of Commons on currency, banking, and national finances. He weighs the risks of a fluctuating standard, defends the restoration of monetary value from 1819, and outlines a plan for retrenchment and reform to support labor, industry, and trade during a period of economic distress.
Huskisson examines the origins of monetary policy, the dangers of unsettled value, and the consequences for contracts, credit, and confidence. He argues for preserving a stable currency, criticizes alternative approaches, and discusses the role of taxes, government spending, and the Bank of England in safeguarding the economy. The speech also touches on the broader economic climate, including trade, industry, and the fortunes of the laboring classes, with a call for measured reform rather than drastic upheaval.
- Clear discussion of currency, standard of value, and why stability matters to business and households.
- Arguments for cautious financial retrenchment and targeted reductions in government spending.
- Considerations of banking reform and the need to prevent future financial panics.
- Assessment of taxation, revenue, and the balance between relief for the people and public safety.
Ideal for readers interested in early 19th‑century economic policy, parliamentary debate, and the historical debate over monetary reform in England.
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