The Vander Poel copy
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 those rules in their writings
London: John Murray, 1827. First edition, 8vo, pp. viii, 261, [2]; original blue paper-covered boards, printed paper label on spine; a little cracking of the paper along the front joint, else a very good copy in a quarter green morocco slipcase. This is Malthus's last major work. In it he criticises a number of classical economists, including Smith, Say, Ricardo, and McCulloch. Say is given particular attention over the idea of value. Malthus then offers his own definitions of 70 economic concepts. "A valiant attempt to resolve differences of opinion in political economy by codifying its terminology and establishing rules for the definition of terms. It could be regarded as one of the earliest works on the methodology of economics" (ODNB). The Vander Poel copy; engraved amorial bookplate of Theodore L. Harrison on rear pastedown. Kress C. 1924. NCBEL III 1294. Palgrave II p.677. Item #34205
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