The Comedy Of Protection (1906)

The Comedy of Protection is a book written by Yves Guyot and originally published in 1906. The book is a critique of the protectionist economic policies that were prevalent in France at the time. Guyot argues that protectionism, which involves imposing tariffs and other barriers to foreign trade, is ultimately harmful to a country's economy and its people.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a historical overview of protectionism and its effects on various countries throughout history. The second part examines the economic theory behind protectionism and argues that it is based on flawed assumptions. The third part offers a practical critique of protectionism, using examples from contemporary France to illustrate its negative effects.Throughout the book, Guyot uses humor and satire to make his arguments more accessible to a wider audience. He also draws on his own experiences as a politician and economist to provide real-world examples of the problems caused by protectionism.Despite being over a century old, The Comedy of Protection remains relevant today as debates over trade policy continue to rage around the world. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and theory of protectionism, as well as its practical effects on economies and societies.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.