William Knox
The Present State of the Nation: Particularly with Respect to Its Trade, Finances, &C. &C.
London, J. Almon, 1768 . Cloth. The scarce second edition of William Knox's critique of British governance and fiscal policy in the lead-up to the American Revolution. The second edition. Page 82 is numbered correctly, and the catchword on page 73 is 'for', as called for.Retaining the original half title, which bears the edition statement.Knox, who served as an under-secretary of state for the American colonies, wrote extensively about the economic challenges facing Britain, particularly in the context of the American Revolutionary period.Knox seeks to counter claims that Britain was in decline due to mismanagement, instead portraying the empire as strong and economically viable, provided it maintained proper control over its colonies.ESTC T44232Rebound in cloth backed paper covered boards, with endpapers renewed.With eight pages of advertisements to the rear.A significant part of the work defends parliamentary sovereignty and the right to tax the American colonies. Rebound in cloth backed paper covered boards, with endpapers renewed. Calf spine label laid down. Externally excellent, with small handling mark to front board. Internally, firmly bound. Handling marks to half title. Pages clean and bright. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .

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