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Friedrich List's economic and political thought is meticulously explored, highlighting his unique economic theory in contrast to other systems. The book delves into the ethical foundations of List's ideas, his geopolitical and technical visions, and his role as a precursor to the social market economy. It also addresses his perspectives on European integration and contemporary economic challenges. This work is ideal for scholars and students interested in the history of economic thought and the contributions of this influential German economist.

Friedrich List's exile in the USA marked a pivotal period in his life, during which he played a crucial role in the planning and construction of the Little Schuylkill Railroad in Pennsylvania. His efforts significantly advanced the region's coal industry and contributed to the rise of heavy industry in the United States. The book features a wealth of photographic documents that vividly illustrate the fascinating history of the railroad's founding and List's influential involvement in this transformative project.

Friedrich List's biography explores his pivotal role as a proponent of the social market economy and the infant-industry theory. It highlights his advocacy for economic integration in 19th-century Germany and his belief in protecting emerging industries. Recognized as a visionary economist and railway pioneer, List emphasized social responsibility and democratic values alongside industrial progress. Eugen Wendler draws on extensive research and new sources to present an informative and well-crafted account, complemented by rich illustrations, of List's enduring influence and legacy.

This book presents new findings on the biography of Friedrich List, one of the world’s most important and popular economists. Following List's tracks in Pennsylvania and discussing several new sources, the author, Eugen Wendler, focuses on List's life and exile in the United States between 1825 and 1832. This richly illustrated book is as informative as it is well written. The author is a respected expert on the life and work of Friedrich List.

Friedrich List (1789-1846) was a prophet of social market economy, national economy and the infant-industry theory. In this comprehensive biography the international influence and reception of List’s theories is presented together with his extraordinary vita. List was a notable early advocate of economic integration of the many separate states of 19th century Germany. His basic theory is that of productive resources and the need to protect infant industries until they have matured enough to stand alone. He is recognized as a visionary economist with social responsibility and as an influential railway pioneer. He was a liberal and a democrat who promoted an extended representative democracy, including respect for human rights and civil liberties, to accompany industrial development. His highly influential main work “The National System of Political Economy” has been translated into many languages. Eugen Wendler, the renowned author and List expert, not only builds upon his many years of research, but also discusses several new sources. This richly illustrated book is as informative as it is well written.