Letters of David Ricardo to Thomas Robert Malthus, 1810-1823

"Letters of David Ricardo to Thomas Robert Malthus, 1810-1823" by David Ricardo is a compilation of letters between two well-known economists during the early 1800s, revealing their contrasting viewpoints on key economic ideas. Focusing on their opposing stances on economics, currency, and the impact of financial policies, the collection highlights both men’s intellectual debates and friendship. Spanning from 1810 to 1823, the letters contain some personal content, but primarily address significant economic discussions surrounding currency and exchange rate issues. Ricardo thinks about wealth distribution, currency supply, and the different interpretations of economic processes between him and Malthus. The early letters show the respectful but conflicting ideas that each economist brings to their conversations, setting the stage for a deeper study of their disagreements.