Essay on the Nature of Trade in General

Written by Richard Cantillon in the early 1730s, this influential work explores the foundations of trade and economics, reflecting the author's experiences as a successful banker and speculator during the financial bubbles of the early 18th century. Although it remained unpublished for nearly twenty years, its posthumous release in 1755 in Paris marked a significant contribution to economic thought, earning immediate recognition for its insights into market dynamics and the nature of trade.