David Ricardo

David Ricardo (1772-1823) was a prominent British economist and a key figure in classical economics. He is best known for his influential work "On The Principles of Political Economy, and Taxation," where he developed theories on value, distribution, and international trade. Ricardo's ideas on comparative advantage laid the groundwork for modern trade theory. His correspondence with fellow economist Thomas Robert Malthus, compiled in "Letters of David Ricardo to Thomas Robert Malthus, 1810-1823," provides insight into the economic debates of his time. Ricardo's contributions significantly shaped economic thought and continue to be studied for their relevance to contemporary economic issues.