Selected Essays on Economic Theory

The book "The History of Economic Theory" showcases a collection of essays written by influential economists from the 18th and 19th centuries. The selected works of T.R. Malthus, David Ricardo, Frédéric Bastiat, and John Stuart Mill are prominently featured in this compilation. The original essays have been meticulously preserved, with no added commentary, dialogue, or reasoning to alter the authors' original compositions. Res ipsa loquitur - the work speaks for itself.

T.R. Malthus's contributions to the book include: - "An Investigation of the Cause of the Present High Price of Provisions" - "Observations on the Effects of the Corn Laws, and of a Rise or Fall in the Price of Corn on the Agriculture and General Wealth of the Country" - "The Grounds of an Opinion on the Policy of Restricting the Importation of Foreign Corn; Intended as an Appendix to 'Observations on the Corn Laws'"

David Ricardo's notable essay featured in the book is: - "The High Price of Bullion, a Proof of the Depreciation of Bank Notes"

Frédéric Bastiat's essays are divided into two parts: - "Essays on Political Economy, Part I: Capital and Interest" - "Essays on Political Economy, Part II: That Which Is Seen, and That Which Is Not Seen"

John Stuart Mill's contribution to the book includes: - "Essays on Some Unsettled Questions of Political Economy, Essay IV: On Profits, and Interest"

These essays provide valuable insights into the economic theories and perspectives of these renowned economists, offering readers an in-depth look at the evolution of economic thought during this crucial period in history.

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