Observations On The Means Of Exciting A Spirit Of National Industry: Chiefly Intended To Promote The Agriculture, Commerce, Manufactures, And Fisherie (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165948024)

Observations On The Means Of Exciting A Spirit Of National Industry: Chiefly Intended To Promote The Agriculture, Commerce, Manufactures, And Fisheries Of Scotland (1777) is a book written by James Anderson. Anderson was a Scottish agriculturalist, economist, and physician who lived during the 18th century. In this book, Anderson outlines his ideas on how to encourage the development of industry in Scotland. He argues that a strong economy is necessary for the prosperity of a nation, and that agriculture, commerce, manufacturing, and fisheries are all important components of a healthy economy. Anderson proposes various methods for promoting these industries, including improving transportation infrastructure, providing incentives for innovation and entrepreneurship, and investing in education and training. He also discusses the role of government in promoting industry, arguing that a balance must be struck between regulation and free market competition. Overall, Observations On The Means Of Exciting A Spirit Of National Industry is an important historical work that provides insight into the economic ideas and practices of 18th century Scotland.In A Series Of Letters To A Friend.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.

Author: James Anderson
ISBN-10: 1165948028
ISBN-13: 9781165948024
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 570
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.13lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 1.16d