Letters Of David Ricardo To Thomas Robert Malthus, 1810-1823 (1887)

The book ""Letters of David Ricardo to Thomas Robert Malthus, 1810-1823"" is a collection of personal correspondence between two of the most influential economists of the 19th century, David Ricardo and Thomas Robert Malthus. The letters, which were written over a period of 13 years, provide a unique insight into the intellectual and personal relationship between the two men, as well as their views on a wide range of economic and political issues.David Ricardo was a British economist and Member of Parliament who is best known for his theory of comparative advantage, which explains the benefits of international trade. Thomas Robert Malthus, also a British economist, is famous for his theory of population growth, which posits that population increases geometrically while food production increases arithmetically, leading to inevitable cycles of poverty and famine.The letters in this book cover a wide range of topics, including economic theory, political philosophy, and personal matters. They reveal the deep respect and admiration that Ricardo and Malthus had for each other's work, as well as their disagreements and debates over various economic issues. The letters also shed light on the social and political context of the time, including the Napoleonic Wars and the debates over free trade and protectionism.Overall, ""Letters of David Ricardo to Thomas Robert Malthus, 1810-1823"" is a fascinating glimpse into the minds of two of the most important economists of the 19th century, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of economic thought.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.