An Introductory Lecture On Political Economy

An Introductory Lecture On Political Economy is a book written by Nassau William Senior, a prominent economist and professor at the University of Oxford. The book is a transcript of a lecture that Senior delivered before the university on December 6, 1826, and was first published in 1827.The lecture serves as an introduction to the study of political economy, covering topics such as the definition of political economy, its history, and its relation to other disciplines like ethics and politics. Senior also discusses the principles of supply and demand, the role of competition in the market, and the importance of understanding the laws of supply and demand in order to make informed economic decisions.Throughout the lecture, Senior emphasizes the importance of understanding the complexities of economic systems and the need for careful analysis and observation in order to make sound economic policies. He also stresses the importance of considering the social and moral implications of economic decisions, arguing that economics cannot be divorced from ethics and politics.Overall, An Introductory Lecture On Political Economy is a foundational text in the field of economics, providing readers with a clear and concise overview of the principles and concepts that underpin the study of political economy.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.