Articles liés à A Letter (Classic Reprint): From the Mayor of the Antient...
A Letter (Classic Reprint): From the Mayor of the Antient Borough of Guzzle-Down, to Sir Francis Wronghead, Their R Ve in P T, in Answer to His Letter of the 19th of Feb, 1732 - Couverture souple
Synopsis
Discover The Mayor's Reply, a sharp defense of English liberty and a measured critique of taxes, trade, and land policy.
Written as a reasoned voice from the period, this work argues that taxation and policy should protect liberties and property. It blends satire with careful argument to show how land and trade are closely connected, and how policy can affect livelihoods and national strength. The text engages with questions about excises, land taxes, and the balance of power between lawmakers and the people.
Readers will encounter clear, accessible reasoning about how taxes ripple through farmers, merchants, and landowners. The piece uses practical examples to explain why trade matters to the wider economy and how policy choices can influence everyday life without sacrificing liberty.
- A concise critique of taxation and its effects on landholders and farmers
- Connections drawn between land policy, trade, and national prosperity
- Plain-language arguments about the role of representation and rights
- Historical context for 18th‑century debates on liberty and economics
Ideal for readers interested in historical political economy, satirical defenses of liberty, and the era’s discussion of taxes and trade.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Résultats de recherche pour A Letter (Classic Reprint): From the Mayor of the Antient...
Image fournie par le vendeur
A Letter (Classic Reprint)
impression à la demandeVendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. In the early eighteenth century, heated public debate surrounded the introduction of excise taxes in England. Critics argued that such taxes, collected on goods at the point of production rather than sale, were a threat to liberty and a burden on trade. This book presents the text of a speech delivered in 1732 by the mayor of Guzzle-Down, a fictitious town, that both summarizes the arguments against excise taxes and addresses the specific proposal to extend them to wine and tobacco. The speech argues that excise taxes are a form of tyranny and a threat to the constitution, imposing burdens on trade that will ultimately harm all classes of society. The author bolsters his case with historical precedents, arguing that excise taxes have been used by oppressive regimes throughout history. This book is a valuable contribution to the study of early 18th-century British politics and economics, and provides insight into the arguments used by opponents of excise taxes. 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 9781331556381_0
Acheter neuf
EUR 15,89
Livraison gratuite
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Image d'archives
A Letter From the Mayor of the Antient Borough of GuzzleDown, to Sir Francis Wronghead, Their R Ve in P T, in Answer to His Letter of the 19th of Feb, 1732 Classic Reprint
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331556381
Acheter neuf
EUR 25,09
Livraison gratuite
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Image d'archives
A Letter From the Mayor of the Antient Borough of GuzzleDown, to Sir Francis Wronghead, Their R Ve in P T, in Answer to His Letter of the 19th of Feb, 1732 Classic Reprint
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331556381
Acheter neuf
EUR 24,77
Expédition à EUR 3,90
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)