Economic Thought and the Irish Question 1817–1870
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Author | : R. D. Collison Black |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages | : 315 |
Release | : 2015-02-12 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781107475281 |
ISBN-13 | : 1107475287 |
Rating | : 4/5 (81 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Economic Thought and the Irish Question 1817–1870 by : R. D. Collison Black
Book excerpt: Originally published in 1960, 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. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Irish history, British foreign policy and economic theory.