The Rise And Decline Of The Free Trade Movement

""The Rise and Decline of the Free Trade Movement"" by William Cunningham is a comprehensive analysis of the history of the free trade movement, from its origins in the 18th century to its decline in the 20th century. The book explores the key events and individuals that shaped the free trade movement, and examines the economic, political, and social factors that influenced its rise and fall.Cunningham begins by tracing the early history of free trade, from the writings of Adam Smith and the classical economists to the repeal of the Corn Laws in 1846. He then examines the growth of free trade in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including the rise of international trade organizations and the expansion of global trade.The book also explores the challenges faced by the free trade movement in the 20th century, including the rise of protectionism, the impact of the Great Depression, and the emergence of new economic powers such as Japan and China. Cunningham argues that these challenges, combined with the changing political and social climate of the 20th century, led to the decline of the free trade movement and the rise of alternative economic models.Throughout the book, Cunningham provides a balanced and nuanced analysis of the free trade movement, highlighting both its successes and failures. He also draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a rich and detailed account of the movement's history. Overall, ""The Rise and Decline of the Free Trade Movement"" is an important and insightful contribution to the study of economic history and international trade.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.