David Ricardo

David Ricardo was born to Abraham Ricardo and Abigail Delvalle, a Sephardic Jewish family in Shadwell, London. He was the third of 17 children.

Ricardo starts working with his father, who is a successful stockbroker. This early exposure to financial markets shapes his future career and interests in economics.

Ricardo marries Priscilla Anne Wilkinson, a Quaker, which causes a rift with his family. Despite this, he remains committed to his marriage and new religious beliefs.

Ricardo establishes his own stockbroker business, which becomes highly successful. His financial acumen and investments bring him considerable wealth.

Ricardo publishes his first significant economic work, 'The High Price of Bullion,' arguing against the use of paper money and advocating for a return to the gold standard.

Ricardo's most influential work is published, outlining his theories on labor, rent, and comparative advantage, which form the foundation of classical economics.

Ricardo is elected as a Member of Parliament for Portarlington, Ireland, where he advocates for free trade and economic reforms.

Ricardo publishes a revised and expanded second edition of 'Principles of Political Economy and Taxation,' further refining his economic theories.

David Ricardo dies at his estate, Gatcombe Park, from an infected abscess in his ear. His contributions to economics continue to influence economic thought and policy.