Originally published in 1891, this collection of academic essays covers a range of topics in history, economics, and political science. The authors - distinguished professors at Columbia University - bring rigorous scholarship and fresh perspectives to subjects ranging from the history of the British monarchy to the ethics of railroading. A fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of ideas and the development of modern social sciences.
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