Economic Thought and the Irish Question 1817–1870

Originally published in 1960, this book presents a discussion of the relationship between economic theory and economic policy in relation to nineteenth-century Irish history.

R. D. Collison Black (Author)

9781107475281, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 12 February 2015

314 pages
23 x 15.3 x 2.3 cm, 0.5 kg

Originally published in 1960, this book presents a discussion of the relationship between economic theory and economic policy in relation to nineteenth-century Irish history. The text focuses on the period 1816–70 and covers a variety of areas, including the land system, absentee landlords, the poor law, private enterprise, free trade, public works, and emigration. A bibliography is included and detailed notes are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Irish history, British foreign policy and economic theory.

Preface
1. Introduction
2. The land system
3. The absentee landlord
4. The poor law
5. Private enterprise and free trade
6. Public works
7. Emigration
8. Conclusion
Bibliography
Index.

Subject Areas: European history [HBJD]