Life Of Robert Morris: The Great Financier

By William Russell Birch

The book ""Life Of Robert Morris: The Great Financier"" written by William Russell Birch in 1841 is a comprehensive biography of Robert Morris, who is widely recognized as one of the most influential and successful financiers of the American Revolution. The book traces Morris's life from his birth in Liverpool, England, in 1734, to his rise as a prominent merchant and financier in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and his pivotal role in financing the American Revolution.The book details Morris's early life, including his apprenticeship as a merchant in England, his immigration to America, and his eventual establishment as a successful merchant and financier in Philadelphia. It also explores Morris's involvement in the American Revolution, including his financing of the war effort, his role in the Continental Congress, and his eventual imprisonment for debt.Throughout the book, Birch provides a detailed account of Morris's personal and professional life, including his relationships with key figures of the American Revolution, such as George Washington and Benjamin Franklin. The book also offers insights into Morris's business practices and financial innovations, such as his creation of the Bank of North America, which played a crucial role in stabilizing the American economy during the war.Overall, ""Life Of Robert Morris: The Great Financier"" is a valuable historical account of one of America's most influential and successful financiers, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the role of finance in the American Revolution and the early years of the United States.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: 1104780666
• ISBN13: 9781104780661
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"