Speculations from Political Economy by Charles Baron Clarke
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| Author | Clarke, Charles Baron, 1832-1906 |
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| Title | Speculations from Political Economy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Speculations from Political Economy" by Charles Baron Clarke is a collection of economic essays written during the late 19th century. The work presents the author's reflections and speculations on various core principles of political economy rather than formal recommendations. The overarching themes include the efficiency of labor, trade policies, taxation, land ownership, and the implications of free trade, all informed by the socioeconomic context of the time. The opening of the book introduces the nature of Clarke's essays, which he describes as 'speculations' derived from his considerations in political economy. He notes that while the articles draw from contemporary political discussions, they aim to stimulate thought about economic processes rather than serve as a comprehensive treatise. The first article discusses the efficiency of labor, exploring how labor practices can paradoxically prioritize job security over efficiency, ultimately affecting profitability and employment levels within trades such as bricklaying, agriculture, and shoemaking. This sets the stage for a broader discussion on how efficiency, productivity, and trade indirectly contribute to the economic well-being of both laborers and employers in an evolving industrial society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HB: Social sciences: Economic theory, Demography |
| Subject | Economics |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8436 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 12, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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