Economic Thought and the Irish Question
Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1960. 1st Edition. 8vo. Near Fine / Very Good+. Item #17361
A lovely 1st Edition of this 1960s economic study, signed and inscribed by the author on the front endpaper, and scarce as such.
This book presents a discussion of the relationship between economic theory and economic policy in relation to nineteenth-century Irish history. The text focuses on the period 1816–70 and covers a variety of areas, including the land system, absentee landlords, the poor law, private enterprise, free trade, public works, and emigration. A bibliography is included and detailed notes are incorporated throughout.
Apricot cloth covers. Square tight binding. Clean interior. 299pp. Dust jacket with just a hint of edge wear, mainly at the corners. Presents handsomely in archival mylar.
This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Irish history, British foreign policy and economic theory.
Price: $65.00