Publisher's Synopsis
The book, ""Life Of Friedrich List And Selections From His Writings (1909)"" by Friedrich List, is a biographical account of the life of the German economist, Friedrich List, and a collection of his most influential writings. List was a prominent figure in the development of economic nationalism and protectionism, and his ideas had a significant impact on the economic policies of Germany and other European countries in the 19th century.The book begins with a detailed account of List's life, from his birth in 1789 to his death in 1846. It covers his early years as a clerk in a trading company, his time as a journalist and political activist, and his eventual rise to prominence as an economist and advocate for protectionist policies. The biography also explores List's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his struggles with financial difficulties and health problems.The second half of the book is dedicated to a selection of List's most important writings, including his famous ""National System of Political Economy"" and ""Outlines of American Political Economy."" These works provide a comprehensive overview of List's economic theories and his vision for a national economic system that prioritizes domestic industries and protects them from foreign competition.Overall, ""Life Of Friedrich List And Selections From His Writings (1909)"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of economic thought and the development of protectionist policies in Europe. The book provides a thorough understanding of List's life and ideas, and his enduring influence on economic policy.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.
