First published in 1965. This is four volumes in one text on Taxes and Taxation from the earliest times to the present day. The first volume looks at the history of taxation and tax in England, then Volume II the taxation period from the Civil War to the present day, volume II concerns itself with direct taxes and stamp duties; and finally Volume IV concludes with taxes on articles of consumption.

Smith's THE WEALTH OF NATIONS was the first comprehensive treatment of political economy. Originally delivered in the form of lectures at Glasgow, the book's publication in 1776 co-incided with America's Declaration of Independence. These volumes include Smith's assessment of the mercantile system, his advocacy of the freedom of commerce and industry, and his famous prophecy that "America will be one of the foremost nations of the world".

In "A History of the Irish Poor Law, in Connexion with the Condition of the People," George Sir Nicholls provides a critical examination of the historical frameworks and socio-economic conditions that led to the establishment of the Poor Law in Ireland. Written in a clear and methodical literary style, Nicholls employs thorough research and empirical data to illustrate the interconnectedness of legislation, poverty, and the plight of the Irish populace during a time of significant social u...

This book, first published in 1968, is a study of the impact made on Britain by the conquest of large parts of India in the second half of the eighteenth century. The sudden success of the East India Company in subjugating a vast population with a sophisticated civilization created problems of an unprecedented kind for Britain. It raised in an acute form questions about the scope and limits of state action, the rights of chartered bodies, the duties of conquerors to subject peoples, the ap...

This early work by Alfred Russel Wallace was originally published in 1892 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'Land Nationalisation its Necessity and its Aims Being a Comparison of the System of Landlord and Tenant with that of Occupying Ownership in their Influence on the Well-being of the People' is an essay on social policy and its effects on the general population. Alfred Russel Wallace was born on 8th January 1823 in the village of Llanbadoc, in Mon...

In "The Industrial History of England," Henry de Beltgens Gibbins meticulously examines the transformative period of the Industrial Revolution, providing an in-depth analysis of the socioeconomic changes that reshaped England from the late 18th century onward. Gibbins employs a blend of narrative and analytical techniques, utilizing both primary sources and broader historical contexts to engage readers with the complexities of industrialization. His accessible prose makes intricate themes,...

In "An Introduction to the Industrial and Social History of England," Edward Potts Cheyney offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate interplay between industrial development and social change throughout England's history. Employing a scholarly yet accessible literary style, Cheyney synthesizes historical data with perceptive analysis, illuminating key events from the Industrial Revolution through the 19th century. The book delves into not only the economic transformations of the ...

"Town Life in the Fifteenth Century, Volume 2" by Alice Stopford Green delves into the intricate social and economic dynamics of urban life during the 1400s. This volume continues the exploration of towns as centers of commerce, culture, and governance, highlighting the evolution of civic institutions and the role of trade guilds. Green's meticulous research provides a vivid portrayal of daily life, including the challenges and triumphs faced by townspeople, as well as the impact of broade...

This is Volume one of two that was initially available in 1885 and was created in Queen Victoria’s Jubilee year to provide a record of her reign. It contains the history of private bill legislation pertaining to Inclosure Acts, Private legislation, divorces and unruly scholars in Oxford to name a few.

This is Volume two of two that was initially available in 1887 and was created in Queen Victoria’s Jubilee year to provide a record of her reign. It contains the history of private bill legislation pertaining to Highways, Roads, Bridges and Ferries, the Water Supply of London, Local Authorities and the Docks in the Thames amongst others. Includes an appendix on Drainage, Water Supply and Protection against Floods.

First Published in 1972. A reprinting of the original volume on Financial and Commercial Policy Under the Cromwellian Protectorate from its first edition in 1934, this is includes an updated preface by the author addressing comments from the first editions and new studies and laws that have come to light.

A comprehensive documentation of the evils caused by private ownership in land illustrated by data and examples from all over the World: Europe, US, Australia, New Zealand. There are various solutions to the Land Question. And contrary to Henry George, who advocated the 'single tax' on manx values, Hyder recommends that land be nationalized.