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Economics
9 public-domain economics books, summarised. Page 1 of 1.
The Economic Aspect of Geology
C. K. (Charles Kenneth) Leith
Beneath the surface of our modern world lie the elemental keys to industrial civilization. Understanding their geological origin and economic control is essential for navigating the complex realities of global power.
An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations
Adam Smith
A society’s true abundance flows not from its hoarded gold, but from the everyday labor of its people and the freedom to exchange the fruits of that work.
The Communist Manifesto
Karl Marx
A hidden power, once dismissed as a mere phantom, now stands fully revealed, demanding that the world finally reckon with its true intentions.
Principles of Political Economy, Vol. 1
Wilhelm Roscher
Money is the blood of a nation’s economy, yet understanding its flow requires us to look past simple math and into the messy, organic history of human needs.
The Evolution of Modern Capitalism: A Study of Machine Production
J. A. (John Atkinson) Hobson
The relentless march of the machine has transformed not only how we produce our goods, but the very marrow of human society and the fragile health of our urban centers.
Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds
Charles Mackay
The contagion of irrational belief moves through whole nations as surely as a plague, turning common sense into madness and individual sanity into a collective, destructive obsession.
Socialism: A Summary and Interpretation of Socialist Principles
John Spargo
A rigorous, measured guide to an economic theory often misunderstood, this work separates the cold mechanics of industrial production from the impassioned dreams of those who seek to redefine the social order.
The World's Greatest Books
Unknown
Ideas are the raw material of history, shaping how we build our cities and weigh the value of a human life. This collection gathers the foundational arguments that built the modern world, offering a direct path into the minds of history’s most influential thinkers.
Frenzied Finance, Vol. 1: The Crime of Amalgamated
Thomas William Lawson
A relentless exposé of ruthless financial manipulation reveals how vast fortunes are built on deception, greed, and the exploitation of the public’s trust.