Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, an economic treatise on the grain trade in 18th-century Tuscany, delves into the profound and interrelated themes of free trade, agricultural production, and public policy. By examining the consequences of both free and restricted grain markets in Tuscany, the author challenges prevailing beliefs about how to ensure food security and sustain economic growth. The book traces the history of grain regulations in Tuscany, demonstrating how a shift towards free trade principles in the mid-18th century led to a surge in agricultural productivity, economic prosperity, and improved living standards. Conversely, the reintroduction of protectionist policies in the 1790s had devastating effects, causing a decline in grain production, a rise in prices, and widespread hardship among the population. Through meticulous analysis and historical evidence, the author argues that free trade not only benefits consumers by lowering prices but also stimulates investment, innovation, and increased production. By contrast, government intervention in the grain market, intended to protect the interests of small farmers and ensure low prices, ultimately undermines these very objectives. This book offers a valuable historical perspective on the complex relationship between agricultural policy, economic development, and social welfare. It provides insights that remain relevant today, as policymakers grapple with the challenges of ensuring food security, promoting economic growth, and addressing the needs of both producers and consumers. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780656818983_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780656818983
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780656818983
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)