""The Return to Protection: Being a Restatement of the Case for Free Trade"" is a book written by William Smart in 1906. The book presents a comprehensive argument in favor of free trade, which Smart believes is the best economic policy for the country. Smart argues that protectionism, which involves imposing tariffs and other trade barriers to protect domestic industries, is ultimately harmful to the economy. The book provides a historical overview of the protectionist policies that have been implemented in various countries, and the negative effects they have had on trade and economic growth. Smart also examines the arguments put forward by protectionists, and offers counterarguments to show why free trade is the better option. Smart's writing is clear and persuasive, and he provides extensive evidence to support his claims. He also offers practical solutions for how countries can transition from protectionism to free trade, and how they can mitigate the negative effects of globalization. Overall, ""The Return to Protection: Being a Restatement of the Case for Free Trade"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the economic benefits of free trade and the drawbacks of protectionism. Smart's arguments are still relevant today, and his book remains an important contribution to the ongoing debate over trade policy.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.