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Unveiling the History of Scottish Economic Thought: A Comprehensive Guide

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Scotland has been a hotbed of economic thought and innovation for centuries, producing some of the most influential economists in history. From Adam Smith, the father of modern economics, to John Stuart Mill, the utilitarian philosopher and economist, Scottish thinkers have shaped the way we think about the economy and society.

A History of Scottish Economic Thought (The Routledge History of Economic Thought)

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The History of Scottish Economic Thought: The Routledge History of Economic Thought is a comprehensive guide to this rich intellectual tradition. Edited by Ronald L. Meek, this illuminating text provides a detailed account of the development of Scottish economic thought from its origins in the 18th century to its influence on the development of economics in the 19th and 20th centuries. Adam Smith, The Father Of Modern Economics, Played A Significant Role In The Development Of Scottish Economic Thought. A History Of Scottish Economic Thought (The Routledge History Of Economic Thought)

The book is divided into four parts, each of which covers a different period in the history of Scottish economic thought.

Part 1: The Origins of Scottish Economic Thought

This section explores the intellectual influences that shaped the development of Scottish economic thought, including the work of David Hume, Adam Ferguson, and Francis Hutcheson. traces the development of economic thought in Scotland from its origins in the Scottish Enlightenment to the early 19th century.

Part 2: The Classical Period

This section focuses on the work of Adam Smith, the father of modern economics. Smith's magnum opus, The Wealth of Nations, is one of the most influential works in the history of economic thought. It laid the foundations for classical economics and provided a framework for understanding the workings of the market economy.

Part 3: The Post-Classical Period

This section covers the development of economic thought in Scotland after the death of Adam Smith. It includes discussions of the work of David Ricardo, Thomas Malthus, and John Stuart Mill.

Part 4: The 20th Century

This section examines the development of economic thought in Scotland in the 20th century. It includes discussions of the work of John Maynard Keynes, Friedrich Hayek, and James Meade.

The History of Scottish Economic Thought: The Routledge History of Economic Thought is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of economic thought. It is a comprehensive guide to the development of economic thought in Scotland, and it provides a rich understanding of the intellectual influences that have shaped the way we think about the economy and society.

Key Features

Provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Scottish economic thought from its origins in the 18th century to its influence on the development of economics in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Includes detailed discussions of the work of key Scottish economists, including Adam Smith, David Ricardo, Thomas Malthus, John Stuart Mill, John Maynard Keynes, Friedrich Hayek, and James Meade.
Examines the intellectual influences that shaped the development of Scottish economic thought, including the work of David Hume, Adam Ferguson, and Francis Hutcheson.
Provides a rich understanding of the Scottish Enlightenment and its influence on the development of economic thought.
Is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of economic thought.

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A History of Scottish Economic Thought (The Routledge History of Economic Thought)

by Alexander Dow

4.7 out of 5