Report on Manufactures (eBook, ePUB) - Hamilton, Alexander
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Alexander Hamilton's 'Report on Manufactures' is a seminal work that delves into the economic theory and industrial development of the United States during the late 18th century. Written in a clear and meticulous style, the report presents an in-depth analysis of the role of manufacturing in a growing nation, advocating for government intervention and support for the industry. Hamilton's work is considered a key text in understanding the economic policies and debates of the early American republic, showcasing his expertise in finance and economic development. The report is a significant…mehr

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Alexander Hamilton's 'Report on Manufactures' is a seminal work that delves into the economic theory and industrial development of the United States during the late 18th century. Written in a clear and meticulous style, the report presents an in-depth analysis of the role of manufacturing in a growing nation, advocating for government intervention and support for the industry. Hamilton's work is considered a key text in understanding the economic policies and debates of the early American republic, showcasing his expertise in finance and economic development. The report is a significant historical document that sheds light on the economic challenges and opportunities of the time, influencing subsequent industrial policies and debates in the United States. Hamilton's persuasive arguments and detailed proposals make 'Report on Manufactures' a valuable read for anyone interested in American economic history and policy-making.
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Alexander Hamilton (1755-1804) was a preeminent founding father of the United States, a profound thinker, and a prolific writer whose contributions extend beyond the formulation of American governance into the realms of economic theory and fiscal policy. Hamilton's profound intellectual influence is perhaps best encapsulated in his 'Report on Manufactures', submitted to Congress in 1791. In this seminal work, Hamilton advocates for an active role of government in fostering industrial development, laying out an economic blueprint for American self-sufficiency through protective tariffs, subsidies, and other incentives aimed at encouraging domestic manufacturing. This report not only reflects Hamilton's profound understanding of economic principles but also underscores his foresight into the mechanisms of national prosperity. His literary style in this and other writings, characterized by lucid prose and cogent arguments, bears the hallmark of Enlightenment thought, sharply focused through the lens of Hamilton's strategic vision for the United States. Aside from his economic treatises, Hamilton's legacy is eternalized in the Federalist Papers, co-authored with James Madison and John Jay, providing a comprehensive defense of the newly drafted Constitution and shaping the theoretical bedrock of American political structure. His biography not only includes his roles as Secretary of the Treasury and as an influential lawyer but also encapsulates a life dedicated to public service and the intellectual rigor that informed the nascent American republic.