Protective and Preferential Import Duties is a book written by Arthur Cecil Pigou in 1906. The book discusses the concept of import duties, specifically protective and preferential duties, and their effects on international trade. Pigou argues that protective duties, which are imposed to protect domestic industries from foreign competition, are ultimately harmful to the economy as they limit competition and innovation. He also examines the idea of preferential duties, which are imposed on imports from certain countries as a way of promoting trade with those countries. Pigou argues that preferential duties can also have negative effects on the economy, as they can lead to a reduction in competition and increased prices for consumers. Overall, Protective and Preferential Import Duties provides a detailed analysis of the economic impacts of import duties and their role in international trade.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.