PREFACE. In the following humble pages, on the beneficial Direction of Rural Expenditure, my wish has been to suggest some occupations to the rich which may combine amusement and advantage; and to introduce at the same time, those maxims of political economy which appeared connected with the questions discussed. I have endeavoured to elucidate some parts of my subject by historical illustrations, which may, perhaps, serve to excuse an occasional digression, and hope the intention of my Essay will be an apology for many faults in its execution. |