Publisher's Synopsis
Essays in Taxation is a book written by Edwin Robert Anderson Seligman and originally published in 1895. The book is a collection of essays that discuss various aspects of taxation, including its history, theory, and practice. Seligman, who was a prominent economist and tax expert of his time, covers a wide range of topics in the book, such as the principles of taxation, the incidence of taxation, and the effects of taxation on economic growth and development. The book also includes chapters on specific tax policies and systems, such as income tax, property tax, and inheritance tax. Seligman's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and laypeople interested in the subject of taxation. Overall, Essays in Taxation is a seminal work in the field of public finance and remains relevant today as a source of insight and analysis on the role of taxation in modern society.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.
