English Merchants: Memoirs in Illustration of the Progress of British Commerce

""English Merchants: Memoirs In Illustration Of The Progress Of British Commerce"" is a book written by Henry Bourne that provides a comprehensive account of the history of British commerce. The book is a collection of memoirs of English merchants who played a significant role in the development of British trade and commerce. It covers the period from the 16th century to the early 19th century, a time when Britain emerged as a dominant economic power in the world.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period in British history. The first chapter deals with the Tudor period, which saw the rise of English trade and the establishment of the East India Company. The subsequent chapters cover the period of the English Civil War, the Restoration, and the Glorious Revolution. The book also covers the period of the Industrial Revolution, which saw the emergence of new industries and the expansion of British trade.The memoirs in the book provide a fascinating insight into the lives of English merchants and their role in the development of British commerce. They also shed light on the challenges and opportunities that they faced in their business ventures. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British commerce and the role of merchants in shaping the country's economic landscape.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.