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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of finance and speculation in Victorian England, offering a unique and intimate look at the turbulent financial landscape of the era. The author, a keen observer of the financial world, takes readers on a captivating journey through the halls of London's banks, exchanges, and society, providing vivid accounts of the prevailing financial practices and the personalities who shaped them. The book examines the rise of joint-stock banking and its impact on the traditional private banking system, exploring the tensions between these two opposing models. It also provides a glimpse into the speculative mania that gripped the nation, focusing on the railway boom, the Australian and Californian gold rushes, and the consequences of these speculative ventures. Through a series of anecdotes and insightful observations, the author sheds light on the human side of finance, revealing the motivations, anxieties, and triumphs of those caught up in the whirlwind of speculation. He paints a compelling picture of the era's financial culture, exploring the delicate balance between risk, reward, and the ever-present specter of panic. The book ultimately offers a timeless perspective on the enduring allure and dangers of speculation, highlighting the enduring fascination with quick riches and the potential for both colossal gains and devastating losses. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330166444_0
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Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR011592360
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Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Facts, Failures,& Frauds: Revelations, Financial Mercantile Criminal The History of the Commercial Crisis, 1857-58, With a Supplemental Section on the Recent Stock Exchange Panic of April and May, 1859The ext. N° de réf. du vendeur 2147734883
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