Economics
Explore a rich collection of classic and influential works in economics, offering insights into the theories and ideas that have shaped economies worldwide. Discover writings from historical figures who have laid the groundwork for modern economic thought, presenting timeless perspectives and principles. This category serves as a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the development and impact of economic science over the years.
The Great Potlatch Riots
In a world where gift-giving is mandatory, a dedicated officer’s wedding turns into a riotous clash between consumers and a bureau enforcing excessive celebration.
By Allen Kim Lang
The Problem of the Rupee, Its Origin and Its Solution
** Uncover the tumultuous journey of a nation's monetary system as it grapples with instability and seeks radical solutions for a more secure economic future.
By B. R. (Bhimrao Ramji) Ambedkar
The Land-War in Ireland: A History for the Times
Discover a time when tensions over land ownership ignited a nation, revealing a history of exploitation and a struggle for fairness against colonial rule.
By James Godkin
North American Free Trade Agreement, 1992 Oct. 7 Tariff Phasing Descriptions
** Discover how a groundbreaking agreement sought to reshape North American economies through trade cooperation, reduction of barriers, and the establishment of new legal frameworks.
By Canada
The History of the Standard Oil Company
Discover the untold story of an oil empire's ruthless climb to power and the events that transformed an industry.
By Ida M. (Ida Minerva) Tarbell
Historical materialism and the economics of Karl Marx
A philosophical debate emerges, questioning whether economic factors alone dictate the course of history, or if other societal forces play an equally significant role.
By Benedetto Croce
The Negro Farmer
After the Civil War, Black farmers in the South faced overwhelming obstacles as they struggled to make a living and find their place in a changing society.
By Carl Kelsey
The Stages in the Social History of Capitalism
Discover the rise and fall of capitalist classes throughout history, as innovative entrepreneurs become conservative defenders of their wealth and status.
By Henri Pirenne
The Fight for Conservation
Faced with unchecked exploitation, a nation must decide if its vast resources will pave the way for prosperity or lead to irreversible ruin.
By Gifford Pinchot
War-Time Financial Problems
Discover how nations grappled with money and resources during an era of global rebuilding, weighed down by the shadow of a world war.
By Hartley Withers
Harmonies of Political Economy Translated from the Third French Edition, with a Notice of the Life and Writings of the Author
Explore how unchecked personal needs intertwine and harmonize within the delicate balances of economic and social principles.
By Frédéric Bastiat
The early English cotton industry
Discover how a nation transformed as inventive minds and industrial progress interwove to create a booming cotton industry that changed the course of history.
By George W. (George William) Daniels
Money and trade considered : $b With a proposal for supplying the nation with money
Discover how one person in the 1700s sought to solve a nation's financial problems by unraveling the secrets of money, trade, and the value of goods.
By John Law
Religion and the rise of capitalism : $b A historical study
Discover how evolving religious views dramatically shaped the foundations of modern economics during the Renaissance and Reformation.
By R. H. (Richard Henry) Tawney
The factory
Witness the birth of factories, where progress clashes with personal hardship to ultimately transform society.
By Jonathan Thayer Lincoln
The Theory of Stock Exchange Speculation
Dive into the world of 19th-century stock trading, where success hinges on knowledge, discipline, and a cool head in the face of risk.
By Arthur Crump
The Passing of the Idle Rich
Witness how the self-indulgent lifestyles of the wealthy threaten to unravel the very foundations of American values.
By Frederick Townsend Martin
Liberalism and the Social Problem
Witness the political battles and social reforms of early 20th century Britain where one leader fought for a balance between individual freedom and the common good.
By Winston Churchill
Problems of Poverty: An Inquiry into the Industrial Condition of the Poor
Discover how wealth inequality and societal structures trapped masses in poverty during the rise of industrialization.
By J. A. (John Atkinson) Hobson
Capitalistic Musings
** Prepare to question the foundations of society as a writer navigates the complex interplay between economics, culture, and how we live.
By Samuel Vaknin