Uncover a sharp 18th‑century argument about taxes, trusteeship, and how surpluses are used.
This polemic scrutinizes how money from the Malt Tax and other funds was allocated in Scotland after the Union, and questions who really benefits from public spending. It contrasts official plans with the lived impact on citizens and industries.
In clear, plain language, the book traces the debates around funding fisheries, weaving, and other manufactures. It shows how plans were devised, who managed the funds, and why critics say the resulting benefits fall short of the promised national good.Die Inhaltsangabe kann sich auf eine andere Ausgabe dieses Titels beziehen.
Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, an eighteenth-century work of political satire, follows the narrative of a Scottish broadsheet published in 1728. The author, applying a pseudonym, offers a critique of a proposed malt tax on Scotland while delving into the political machinations and economic hardships of the time. Arguing Scotlandâs financial contributions to the recently formed United Kingdom are being exploited, the author implores his countrymen to recognize their plight and unite in defense of their interests and Scottish identity. The book also highlights the disastrous consequences that would have ensued had an excise scheme been implemented in England, an occurrence narrowly avoided thanks to the resistance of the English population. An insightful read for those interested in the nuances of Scottish history and eighteenth-century British politics, the book emphasizes the power of collective action in addressing economic injustice and preserving national identity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331887980_0
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Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781331887980
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781331887980
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Anbieter: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 30 pages. 8.94x5.98x0.28 inches. This item is printed on demand. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers zk1331887984
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Zustand: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 26015489/2
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