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The theory of political economy

by William Stanley Jevons
Aggregate Editorial Score46/100
#14,488of 99,626 books
Notable Work
Published 1871English
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The theory of political economy by William Stanley Jevons is a landmark work of business & economics, first published in 1871. The theory of political economy by William Stanley Jevons (1871) is a notable work of business economics.

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AuthorWilliam Stanley Jevons
Published1871
Country of OriginInternational
LanguageEnglish
Category💼 Business & Economics
Editorial Score46/100
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Editorial Assessment

William Stanley Jevons published The theory of political economy in 1871, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of business & economics from International. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation. Critics and institutions have consistently placed The theory of political economy among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 46/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. The appeal of The theory of political economy lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. William Stanley Jevons's role in the literature of International is well established. The theory of political economy can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
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William Stanley Jevons is a International author whose work in business & economics has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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