The Successful Business Houses Of Portland (1875)

By Edward Henry Elwell

Book Overview

""The Successful Business Houses of Portland"" is a historical book written by Edward Henry Elwell in 1875. The book provides a detailed description of the most prosperous and prominent business establishments in Portland, Maine during the 19th century. Elwell's work is a fascinating glimpse into the commercial landscape of the city during a time of rapid economic growth and expansion. The book covers a wide range of industries, including shipping, manufacturing, retail, and finance. Each chapter is dedicated to a particular business and includes information on its history, ownership, products, and services. Elwell's writing style is engaging and informative, and he provides valuable insights into the factors that contributed to the success of these businesses. Overall, ""The Successful Business Houses of Portland"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Portland, Maine or the development of American commerce during the 19th century.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: 1167198468
• ISBN13: 9781167198465
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"