This book, 'Die Zehn Gutachten und Berichte vom Verein für Socialpolitik', is a comprehensive collection of reports and expert opinions on social policy issues in Germany during the late 19th century. Published in 1877 by the Verein für Socialpolitik, it addresses the pressing question of municipal taxation and finance, a topic that gained urgency following a recent legislative proposal by the Prussian government. The book comprises ten reports from various authors, each presenting diverse perspectives from different German states, including Prussia, Weimar, Saxony, and Bavaria, as well as a comparative study of French municipal finance. The authors, who range from academics to public officials, explore themes such as the relationship between state and municipal finances, the principles of taxation, and the division of fiscal responsibilities. The work aims to provide insights into the varying approaches to municipal finance and taxation, offering statistical data and theoretical discussions for policymakers and scholars interested in economic and social reforms. |