Logic Of Political Economy And Other Papers (1859)

The Logic Of Political Economy And Other Papers is a collection of essays written by Thomas De Quincey, a prominent English essayist and literary critic, in 1859. The book primarily focuses on De Quincey's views on political economy, which he defines as the study of the production, distribution, and consumption of wealth in society. De Quincey argues that political economy is a science that should be based on logic and empirical evidence, rather than on abstract theories or moral principles. He also criticizes the prevailing economic theories of his time, such as those of Adam Smith and David Ricardo, for their oversimplification of economic phenomena and their neglect of social and historical factors.In addition to his economic writings, the book also includes several other essays on a variety of topics, such as literature, philosophy, and politics. These essays reveal De Quincey's wide-ranging interests and his literary style, which is characterized by its erudition, wit, and elegance.Overall, The Logic Of Political Economy And Other Papers is a thought-provoking and insightful work that sheds light on the intellectual debates of the 19th century and offers valuable insights into the nature of political and economic thought.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.