A Discourse on Trade, and Other Matters Relative to it by John Cary

"A Discourse on Trade, and Other Matters Relative to it" by John Cary is a treatise on economic principles and trade practices written in the mid-18th century. The work discusses various aspects of trade, including domestic and foreign trade, agriculture, manufacturing, and the establishment of a national credit system. Cary argues for methods to enhance commerce and improve the economy, emphasizing the importance of trade balance for national wealth. At the start of the discourse, Cary sets the foundation for understanding the dynamics of trade, tracing its origins from barter systems to complex economic relationships between nations. He outlines the benefits of domestic production and manufacturing, advocating for strategies to prevent the exportation of raw materials like wool while promoting local industries. Cary's approach appears pragmatic, suggesting actionable measures such as establishing a national bank, improving work conditions for the poor, and regulating the export of key commodities to strengthen England's economy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Cary, John, -1720?
Title A Discourse on Trade, and Other Matters Relative to it
Credits Produced by Mohammad Aboomar for the QuantiQual Project;
Project ID: COALESCE/2017/117 (Irish Research Council)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 16.2 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class HF: Social sciences: Commerce
Subject Great Britain -- Commerce -- Early works to 1800
Subject Great Britain -- Commercial policy -- Early works to 1800
Category Text
eBook-No. 62299
Release Date
Last Update Oct 18, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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