First published in 1851, this seminal work on the economics of war remains a vital resource for scholars and policymakers alike. Written by economists Claude Marie Morin and Ferdinand Von Schmid, the book covers everything from the costs of war to the economic incentives driving military campaigns. With a clear and concise writing style, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of economics and national security. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.