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The Philosophy Of Henry George

The Philosophy Of Henry George

Geiger, George Raymond
Dewey, John

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1164515225
ISBN13: 9781164515227
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 608
Weight: 2.33
Height: 1.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Philosophy of Henry George is a book written by George Raymond Geiger that delves into the economic and social philosophy of Henry George. Henry George was a renowned American economist and social reformer who lived in the late 19th century. He is best known for his theory of land value taxation, which proposes that land should be taxed based on its economic value rather than the value of the buildings or improvements on it.In this book, Geiger explores the key ideas of Henry George's philosophy, including his views on land ownership, taxation, and economic inequality. He also examines the historical context in which George developed his ideas, as well as their relevance to contemporary economic and political debates.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Henry George's philosophy. Geiger begins by providing an overview of George's life and work, before moving on to explore his ideas on land ownership and the role of government in regulating land use.Geiger also examines George's views on taxation, arguing that his land value tax proposal is a more equitable and efficient form of taxation than traditional income or sales taxes. He also explores George's ideas on economic inequality, arguing that his focus on land ownership and taxation can help to address some of the root causes of poverty and inequality in society.Overall, The Philosophy of Henry George is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the most influential economic and social philosophers of the modern era. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the ideas and legacy of Henry George, as well as their relevance to contemporary debates on economic and social 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.

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