This book provides a detailed and compelling guide to the life and economic work of Gerónimo de Uztáriz. It contextualises his work within the economic and political trends of the time, including the Enlightenment, Spanish liberalism, and colonial empires. Particular attention is given to de Uztáriz's seminal work Theórica y Práctica de comercio y de marina and how it achieved international circulation and recognition. Its influence on 18th century Spain is examined, alongside a detailed analysis of the trade systems of the day. The translation and reception of Theórica in France, Great Britain, Italy, Ireland, and Germany is also discussed.

This book aims to shed new light upon the economic work of Gerónimo de Uztáriz and highlights why his ideas remain relevant and important. It will be of interest to students and researchers working within modern history and the history of economic thought.

Brings attention to an overlooked aspect of the history of economic thought Highlights the interplay between economic thought and economic history Shows the historical importance of Gerónimo de Uztáriz's economic ideas

Autorentext

Jesús Astigarraga is Professor of Economics at the University of Zaragoza.

Niccolò Guasti is Associate Professor at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia.

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2. Gerónimo de Uztáriz, his Life and his Work.- 3. Uztáriz and the Bourbon Public Administration.- 4. The 'Théorica' in its International Context.- 5. Uztáriz and his sources: between Political Arithmetic, Colbertism and Arbitrism.- 6. Currency, Tariffs and the Fiscal System in Uztáriz´s 'Theórica'.- 7. Navy and Naval Reforms in the Spanish Eighteenth-Century: Uztáriz´s Contribution.- 8. The Colonial Balance of Trade and the Needs of War: Uztáriz, the 'Carrera de Indias' and Military Statecraft.- 9. The 'Théorica' and the Economic Lexicon.- 10. The 'Theórica' in Great Britain and Ireland.- 11. Between Reciprocity and Patriotism: Uztáriz Reflection on Economic Competition and its Speed in France (1713-1789).- 12. The reception of Uztáriz's 'Théorica' in the Habsburg Monarchy and Germany.- 13. The reception of the 'Théorica' in Eighteenth-century Italy.- 14. Readings of Uztariz´s 'Théorica' in the Spanish Enlightenment (1724-1800).