Foundations of Mathematical Economics: The Contribution of A. N. Isnard

Achille N. Isnard’s seminal contributions to the study of economics remained largely unrecognized until the latter half of the twentieth century. He is best known for demonstrating the concept of market equilibrium using simultaneous equation. However, the breadth and depth of Isnard’s work undoubtedly established him as one of the forerunners of modern mathematical economics. This pioneering new book examines Isnard’s life and illuminates his major contributions to political economy. At the Origins of Mathematical Economics contains substantial extracts from a number of Isnard’s publications presented both in English translation and in the original French.