Sophisms of the Protectionists

"Sophisms of the Protectionists" by Frédéric Bastiat is a masterly written defense of free trade. Filled with clever examples throughout to refute any sophism of the protectionist, Bastiat's economic expertise are on full display. Though written in the 19th century, this book can be just as easily applied to commerce today as it was when it was first released. This book provides surprisingly simple answers for some of the most enduring questions that have plagued the economy.