Publisher's Synopsis
Monopolies Past and Present is a historical analysis of monopolies and their impact on society, written by James Edward Le Rossignol and published in 1901. The book explores the origins of monopolies, their development throughout history, and their impact on the economy, politics, and social structure of various societies. Le Rossignol examines the monopolies of ancient Greece and Rome, the medieval guilds, the East India Company, and the modern trusts and cartels of the late 19th century. He argues that monopolies have always been a source of controversy and conflict, and that their negative effects on competition and innovation have been a hindrance to economic progress. The book also discusses the various legal and political measures that have been taken to regulate monopolies, including antitrust laws and government intervention. Overall, Monopolies Past and Present provides a comprehensive overview of the history and impact of monopolies, and offers insights into the ongoing debates surrounding their regulation and control.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.
