Petty's Place in the History of Economic Theory (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring Sir William Petty's Revolutionary Economic Ideas

Charles Henry Hull (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
30 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406644196-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Petty's Place in the History of Economic Theory," Charles Henry Hull meticulously examines the critical contributions of William Petty to the development of economic thought. Hull employs a scholarly tone, intertwining historical context with analytical frameworks that reveal Petty's innovative methodologies and theories, particularly his early work on the quantification of economic value. Utilizing primary sources and comprehensive literature reviews, Hull presents Petty not merely as a precursor to classical economics but as a pivotal figure whose ideas resonate throughout subsequent economic discourse, thus challenging conventional narratives of economic evolution. Charles Henry Hull, a distinguished economic historian and scholar, draws upon his extensive background in both economics and historical analysis to illuminate Petty's significance. His passion for uncovering the nuanced interplay between historical figures and their broader intellectual environments informs Hull's academic work. This dedication to scholarly rigor is evident in his thorough argumentation and extensive referencing, which positions Hull as a credible voice in economic historiography. This book is essential for anyone interested in the origins of economic theory as it not only contextualizes Petty's work but also encourages readers to re-evaluate the foundations of modern economics. Hull's engaging narrative and insightful analysis make it a valuable resource for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of economic history alike.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.4.2021
• Einführung: Connor Ashford
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Connor Ashford
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Wirtschaft ► Volkswirtschaftslehre
• Schlagworte: 17th century economics • 1900s works • Charles Henry Hull • Classic • Classical Economics • Early economic theorists • economic literature • economic philosophers • economic theorists • Economic Theory • Economic theory origins • Economic Thought • Economic thought evolution • Foundations of Economics • Historical • Historical economics • historical economic thought • History of Economics • Hull's economic insights • Literary Analysis • Political Economy Analysis • Scholarly economic research • Sir William Petty contributions