Chronicles and characters of the stock exchange by Francis
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About this eBook
| Author | Francis, John, of the Bank of England |
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| Contributor | Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731 |
| LoC No. | 06038601 |
| Title | Chronicles and characters of the stock exchange |
| Original Publication | United States: Wm. Crosby and H. P. Nichols, 1850. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Appendix: The anatomy of Exchange Alley, by Daniel Defoe. |
| Credits | Bob Taylor, deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Chronicles and Characters of the Stock Exchange" by John Francis is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume delves into the intricate history surrounding the Stock Exchange, exploring the evolution of the national debt, notable financial events, and the array of characters that shaped its development over time. With a focus on the occurrences and challenges within the financial system, the book aims to provide a narrative that is both engaging and educational. The beginning of the work sets the stage by discussing the origins of the national debt and its implications throughout history. It introduces early financial practices and speculations, detailing how past monarchs used various means—from heavy taxation to dubious loans—to fund their wars and maintain their power. Various anecdotes, including the infamous Tulip Mania and characters like Thomas Guy, serve to illustrate the culture of speculation and the evolution of financial practices in England. The chapter paints a vivid picture of a time when finance shaped not only the economy but also the livelihoods and morals of individuals within society, creating a foundation for the complex financial world we recognize today. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HG: Social sciences: Finance |
| Subject | Speculation |
| Subject | Stock Exchange (London, England) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70656 |
| Release Date | Apr 27, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 62 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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