B. And M. Gratz: Merchants In Philadelphia, 1754- 1798 (1916)

By Anonymous and William Vincent Byars

Book Overview

B. And M. Gratz: Merchants In Philadelphia, 1754- 1798 is a historical book written by William Vincent Byars. The book is about the Gratz family, who were prominent merchants in Philadelphia during the late 18th century. The book covers the period from 1754 to 1798, and it provides a detailed account of the Gratz family's business operations, including their trade in various goods such as textiles, furs, and tobacco. The book also explores the Gratz family's role in the development of the city of Philadelphia and their interactions with other prominent figures of the time, including Benjamin Franklin and George Washington. The author uses primary sources such as letters and business records to provide a comprehensive look at the Gratz family's business and personal lives. This book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Philadelphia or the history of American commerce during the late 18th century.This Book Is In English.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: 1168120144
• ISBN13: 9781168120144
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"