Nassau William Senior

Nassau William Senior (26 September 1790 – 4 June 1864), English economist, was born at Compton, Berkshire, the eldest son of the Rev. JR Senior, vicar of Durnford, Wiltshire.

Read more about Nassau William Senior:  Biography, Writings, Senior's View On Political Economy, Controversy: Irish Famine

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