Uncover the evolution of economic ideas from Antiquity with this vital collection of translated “Klassiker der Nationalökonomie”. Going beyond Adam Smith, this book challenges conventional timelines by exploring early economic thought rooted in usury and the good life. Expertly curated by Bertram Schefold, it features renowned and often-neglected thinkers, offering fresh insights into economic history. Essential for students and scholars of economic theory and philosophy in India, this volume provides a broad, global perspective on the history of economic thought, crucial for a comprehensive understanding of economic principles.