The Economics of Feudalism

Trout Rader

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Routledge
28 February 2025

Labour economics; Development economics; Economic history

Series: Routledge Revivals

First published in 1971, The Economics of Feudalism is an attempt to use the mathematical theory of economic analysis to analyse a historical society. It also elaborates economic theory to include demographic and political conditions. A specific analysis is made of empire and feudal economies and there are some speculations about their inter-relationships. The foundation and asymptotic properties of the feudal economy are subjected to rough empirical tests from Europe, A.D. 1000-1500. The author has four main theses. With a static agricultural sector and capital accumulation in the towns, urban population also falls. Also, the feudal method of organization is a relatively efficient instrument of exploitation for the political dominant class of landlords. Consequently, the terms of trade turn against the towns and in favour of the countryside. Further, where urban wages fall more rapidly than rural wages until they are equal, the feudal system is no longer essential to landowners. This book will be of interest to students of history, economics and agriculture.

By: Trout Rader
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781032442112
ISBN 10: 1032442115
Series: Routledge Revivals
Pages: 148
Publication Date: 28 February 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Preface 1. Toward A Socio-Economic Theory 2. The Cycle of Empire 3. Foundations 4. Analysis 5. Post Feudal Europe