Samuel Engel
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Samuel Engel
SAMUEL ENGEL Swiss geographer and economist Date: 1702 - 1784
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1702 1784 Economist Engel Geographer Samuel Swiss
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1. Title: "Samuel Engel: The Swiss Geographer and Economist". This portrait depicts Samuel Engel (1702-1784), a renowned Swiss geographer and economist of the 18th century. Born in the canton of Bern, Engel is recognized for his significant contributions to the fields of geography and economics, particularly in the areas of cartography and the study of trade and commerce. Engel's career began as a cartographer, and he is best known for his atlas, "Atlas Geographique et Historique," published in 1758. This extensive work contained over 100 maps and was considered a major achievement in the field of cartography during that time. Engel's maps were not only meticulously detailed but also incorporated the latest geographical knowledge, making them valuable resources for scholars, explorers, and governments. However, Engel's interests extended beyond cartography, and he is also recognized as an early economist. In 1753, he published "Essai sur la Nature du Commerce en General," a groundbreaking work that explored the nature of commerce and its role in the economy. Engel's ideas on the interconnectedness of markets and the benefits of free trade influenced the development of classical economics. Despite his numerous accomplishments, Engel's life was not without challenges. He faced financial difficulties throughout his career, which forced him to sell his map collection to the King of Prussia. However, his work continued to influence scholars and economists for generations, and he is now considered a pioneer in both geography and economics. This portrait, taken towards the end of Engel's life, captures the wisdom and determination of a man who dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of the world around him. Engel's legacy continues to inspire scholars and researchers to this day, making him an important figure in the history of geography and economics.
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