Observations on Currency, Population, and Pauperism: In Two Letters to Arthur Young, Esq.

By Thomas Attwood, Arthur Young, Thomas 1783-1856 Attwood

Book Overview

Observations On Currency, Population, And Pauperism: In Two Letters To Arthur Young (1818) is a book written by Thomas Attwood. The book is a collection of two letters that Attwood wrote to Arthur Young, an English writer and agricultural reformer, in 1818. The letters are a detailed analysis of the economic conditions in England during the early 19th century. The first letter focuses on the issue of currency and the need for reform. Attwood argues that the current monetary system is flawed and needs to be restructured to prevent inflation and stabilize the economy. He proposes a plan for the establishment of a national bank and the introduction of a new currency system that would be based on gold and silver.The second letter deals with the problems of population growth and pauperism. Attwood discusses the impact of population growth on the economy and the need for policies that would encourage people to have fewer children. He also highlights the issue of poverty and the growing number of people who are dependent on public assistance. Attwood proposes a series of reforms that would address these problems, including the establishment of a national system of education and the creation of more job opportunities.Overall, Observations On Currency, Population, And Pauperism: In Two Letters To Arthur Young (1818) is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the economic and social conditions of early 19th century England. Attwood's analysis and proposals for reform are still relevant today and offer valuable lessons for policymakers and economists.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120331900
• ISBN13: 9781120331908
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"