Popular Fallacies Regarding Trade And Foreign Duties

Popular Fallacies Regarding Trade and Foreign Duties is a book that was originally written in French by Frederic Bastiat and adapted to the English language by an unknown author in 1882. The book is a collection of essays that debunk common misconceptions about trade and foreign duties that were prevalent during Bastiat's time. The essays are written in a clear and concise style, making them accessible to readers of all backgrounds.Bastiat was a French economist and politician who lived during the 19th century. He was known for his advocacy of free trade and his opposition to protectionism. In his essays, he uses logic and reason to challenge popular fallacies about trade and foreign duties. He argues that protectionism, which is the practice of shielding domestic industries from foreign competition through tariffs or other trade barriers, is detrimental to both the domestic and global economy.The book is divided into several sections, each of which addresses a different fallacy. For example, one section examines the fallacy that domestic industries need protection from foreign competition in order to survive. Another section looks at the fallacy that tariffs and other trade barriers are necessary to protect domestic industries from unfair competition.Overall, Popular Fallacies Regarding Trade and Foreign Duties is a thought-provoking book that challenges readers to rethink their assumptions about trade and foreign duties. It is a must-read for anyone interested in economics, politics, or international relations.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.