England's Treasure by Forraign Trade (eBook)

Enriched edition. Unlocking Economic Prosperity Through Trade and Policy in the 17th Century

Thomas Mun (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
73 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406644399-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "England's Treasure by Forraign Trade," Thomas Mun articulates a seminal treatise on economic theory and trade policy during the early 17th century. Written in a clear, persuasive style that blends empirical argumentation with a narrative flow, Mun emphasizes the vital role of foreign trade in enriching England's coffers and fostering national prosperity. His work builds upon the burgeoning principles of mercantilism, advocating for export-oriented policies while critiquing excessive importation as detrimental to economic health. Mun's insights provide a fascinating glimpse into the foundational ideas of commerce that would later influence modern economic thought. As a prominent merchant and member of the East India Company, Thomas Mun's expertise in trade and commerce informed his beliefs. His commitment to understanding the interplay between national policy and economic practice shines through in this work. Mun's experiences in international trade and his active role in promoting English commercial interests likely inspired his robust defense of mercantilist principles, addressing the contemporary debates on wealth accumulation and resource management. "England's Treasure by Forraign Trade" is a must-read for scholars, policymakers, and anyone intrigued by the evolution of economic thought. Mun's arguments resonate across centuries, providing timeless insights into the dynamics of trade and the importance of national wealth, making it a vital resource for understanding the foundations of economic policy.

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- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
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- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.4.2021
• Einführung: Brooke Sellers
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Brooke Sellers
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Natur / Ökologie
• Themenwelt: Wirtschaft ► Betriebswirtschaft / Management
• Themenwelt: Wirtschaft ► Volkswirtschaftslehre
• Schlagworte: 1660s works • 17th century economics • British trade practices • commercial experience insights • commercial wealth • economic growth principles • Economic History • economic political thought • Economics • Economic Theory • English literature • government trade policies • historical economic document • International Trade • mercantilism • mercantilism trade theory • Nature • Political Economy • Science • Social Sciences • Society • Thomas Mun • trade and commerce history • Trade Policy • wealth accumulation strategy