Definitions in Political Economy, by T. R. Malthus
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| Author | Malthus, T. R. (Thomas Robert), 1766-1834 |
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| Title |
Definitions in Political Economy,
Preceded by an Inquiry Into the Rules which Ought to Guide Political Economists in the Definition and Use of Their Terms; with Remarks on the Deviation from These Rules in Their Writings |
| Note | Reading ease score: 46.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Definitions in Political Economy" by T. R. Malthus is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work aims to analyze and clarify the terms and definitions used in the discipline of political economy, highlighting the importance of precise language and common understanding in economic discussions. Malthus seeks to address the confusion that arises from differing interpretations among economists, thereby laying the groundwork for a more consistent and practical approach to economic theory. At the start of the publication, Malthus introduces the concept that the ambiguity in the definitions of economic terms has led to significant misunderstandings in political economy. He discusses the necessity of establishing clear rules for the definition and application of key terms, such as wealth, value, and capital. Through examples of prominent economists like Adam Smith, he aims to establish standards for clarity and consistency in the field, emphasizing the role of commonly understood language in facilitating effective communication and comprehension among economists and the broader society. The opening serves as a foundation for Malthus's critical examination of existing definitions as he navigates through the complexities of economic terminology. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HB: Social sciences: Economic theory, Demography |
| Subject | Economics |
| Subject | Classical school of economics |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61483 |
| Release Date | Feb 22, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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