Description
Originally published in 2002, this is the first of three volumes in a history of finance in America. This volume covers the period from the 'discovery' of America to the end of the nineteenth century. It describes the status of finance in Europe at the time of Christopher Columbus' voyage to America. It then traces its transfer and development in America through the Revolution, into the Civil War and beyond to the speculative excesses occurring after that event.
Book Information
ISBN 9781032161082
Author Jerry W. Markham
Format Paperback
Page Count 438
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd