Free Land and Free Trade: The Lessons of the English Corn Laws Applied to the United States (1880)

""Free Land and Free Trade: The Lessons of the English Corn Laws Applied to the United States"" is a book written by Samuel Sullivan Cox in 1880. The book discusses the impact of the English Corn Laws on the United States and argues for the importance of free trade and land ownership. The Corn Laws were a series of tariffs and restrictions on imported grain in England in the 19th century. Cox argues that these laws were detrimental to both England and the United States, as they limited trade and increased prices for consumers. He suggests that the United States should learn from the mistakes of England and embrace free trade and open markets. Cox also advocates for the importance of land ownership in the United States. He argues that access to land is essential for economic growth and prosperity, and criticizes the concentration of land ownership in the hands of a few wealthy individuals. Overall, ""Free Land and Free Trade"" is a historical analysis of the Corn Laws and their impact on the United States. It argues for the importance of free trade and land ownership as essential components of a thriving economy.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.