Sophisms Of Free Trade And Popular Political Economy Examined (1912)

Sophisms Of Free Trade And Popular Political Economy Examined is a book written by John Barnard Byles in 1912. The book is a critical examination of the popular political economy of the time, which was based on the principles of free trade. Byles argues that the principles of free trade were flawed and that they were being used to justify policies that were harmful to the working class.The book is divided into chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of free trade and political economy. Byles begins by examining the principle of comparative advantage, which he argues is often misunderstood and misapplied. He then goes on to examine the arguments in favor of free trade, such as the idea that it promotes peace and prosperity, and shows that these arguments are often based on flawed assumptions.Byles also examines the impact of free trade on various industries, such as agriculture and manufacturing, and shows that the policies of free trade often hurt these industries and the workers who depend on them. He argues that the government has a responsibility to protect these industries and to ensure that workers are not exploited.Overall, Sophisms Of Free Trade And Popular Political Economy Examined is a thought-provoking book that challenges the conventional wisdom of its time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of economic thought and the debates surrounding free trade.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.