At the origins of mathematical economics
Subtitle: the economics of A.N. Isnard (1748-1803)
By: Richard van den Berg.
Contributors: Isnard, d. ca. 1803.
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2005
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 461
Subjects: Isnard, d. ca. 1803; Economists -- France -- Biography; Mathematical economics -- France -- History -- 18th century
Genres: Biography.
Description: "This new book examines Isnard's life and illuminates his major contributions to political economy. At the Origins of Mathematical Economics contains substantial extracts from a number of Isnard's publications presented both in English translation and in the original French." "The diverse issues covered in Isnard's work wilt ensure that this book will appeal not only to economists with an interest in the history of mathematical economics, but also to anyone interested in the emergence of political economy and in wider social thought during the Enlightenment."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.