Why read Studies in the Theory of International Trade?

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In this book, originally published in 1937, Jacob Viner traces, in a series of studies of contemporary source-material, the evolution of the modern orthodox theory of international trade from its beginnings in the revolt against English mercantilism in the 17th and 18th centuries, through the English currency and tariff controversies…

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Despite its austere title and exterior, this may be the best book ever written in the history of economic thought.

At its heart is the debate between defenders of fiat money and adherents of the gold standard during the Napoleonic wars in Britain, and some decades afterwards. This debate set the parameters of monetary discourse from that day to this – whether money should serve the economy or vice versa.

Written with unmatched clarity, precision, and penetration.

From Avner's list on The best books in the history of economic thought.