$8,813
(Economics), Denham-Steuart, Sir James (1712-1780), An Inquiry Into The Principles of Political Oeconomy: Being an Essay on the Science of Domestic Policy in Free Nations , London: A. Millar and T. Cadell, 1767, first edition, two volumes, gilt lettered contemporary tree calf, 4to, (covers nearly detached, edges worn and bumped, scattered foxing). Kress 6498. Goldsmith 10276. Note: Considered the first groundbreaking missive on the political economy, it is reputed to have inspired Adam Smith to publish The Wealth of Nations and established David Hume, James Steuart, and Adam Smith as the great progressive trio of Scottish theorists on wealth, politics and the economy.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2007-11-18