An Elementary Treatise On Individual And Public Wealth: In Which The Principal Questions Of Political Economy Are Explained And Elucidated (1835)

An Elementary Treatise On Individual And Public Wealth is a book written by French economist Jean-Baptiste Say and translated into English by Lewis Say. Originally published in 1835, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of political economy, with a focus on the accumulation and distribution of wealth. Say's work is divided into two parts: the first deals with the nature of individual wealth, while the second examines the principles of public wealth. In the first part, Say explains the factors that contribute to the accumulation of wealth, including labor, capital, and natural resources. He also discusses the role of supply and demand in determining the value of goods and services, and explores the concept of free trade and its impact on economic growth.The second part of the book focuses on the principles of public wealth, including taxation, public debt, and government intervention in the economy. Say argues that government policies should be designed to promote economic growth and prosperity, and that excessive taxation and regulation can stifle innovation and entrepreneurship.Throughout the book, Say emphasizes the importance of individual initiative and entrepreneurship in creating wealth and driving economic growth. He also stresses the need for sound economic policies that promote free trade, competition, and innovation. Overall, An Elementary Treatise On Individual And Public Wealth is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the principles of political economy and the factors that contribute to the accumulation and distribution of wealth.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.