Manual of References and Exercises in Economics for Use with Volume II. Modern Economic Problems

A practical companion to the classic textbook on modern economic problems, this manual gathers a carefully selected bibliography and a rich set of exercises for students of economics. Compiled by a Princeton professor in the early twentieth century, it reflects the teaching methods and scholarly resources of the era while remaining useful for today’s learners. The work is organized to follow each chapter of the main text, offering concise reading lists and problem sets that reinforce key concepts.

The first sections explore the material resources of nations, inviting learners to compare per‑capita wealth, examine geographic distributions of commodities, and interpret census data on agriculture and industry. Later chapters turn to the structure of the economic system, prompting critical discussion of private property, competition, and governmental regulation through historical essays and thought‑provoking questions. Designed for classroom use and independent study, the manual encourages analytical thinking and provides a solid foundation for anyone seeking a deeper grasp of economic theory and its real‑world applications.