A Short History Of English Commerce And Industry (1900)

By L L Price and Langford Lovell Price

Book Overview

A Short History of English Commerce and Industry is a book written by Langford Lovell Price and published in 1900. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the economic history of England, from the earliest times to the end of the 19th century. It covers the development of trade and commerce, the growth of industry, and the impact of technological advancements on the economy. The book is divided into chapters that cover specific time periods, starting with the early trade routes of the Celts and Romans and ending with the industrial revolution. Price discusses the rise of the wool trade, the development of the cloth industry, and the growth of the shipping industry. He also explores the impact of the Black Death, the Tudor period, and the growth of the British Empire on the economy. Throughout the book, Price provides detailed information on the key figures and events that shaped English commerce and industry. He also includes statistical data and charts to illustrate the growth and decline of various industries over time. A Short History of English Commerce and Industry is an important historical resource for anyone interested in the economic history of England. It provides a detailed account of the country's economic development and the factors that influenced it. The book is well-written and accessible, making it a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of commerce and industry.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143675027X
• ISBN13: 9781436750271
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"