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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book transports the reader to England in the late 19th century amidst the bustle of the Manchester cotton trade. At the centre of the story is Hector Verelst, a chief teller whose reputation falls apart when he accepts a forged cheque. Dismissed from his position, Verelst is left pondering his next move and wondering who could be behind the fraud. Despite the setback, Verelst, a shrewd and calculating man with a keen eye for detail, decides to embark on a new venture â" opening his own bank. Though initially met with scepticism by the industry elite, Verelst's caution, adherence to sound financial principles and determination pave a path to success for his establishment. As his business flourishes, Verelst takes on his brother, Jack, as a partner, whose knowledge of foreign markets fuels the bank's expansion into new territories. The book is not only a gripping tale of entrepreneurial spirit but also a close examination of the banking system and practices prevalent in the era, offering valuable insights into the changing landscape of finance and commerce during the Industrial Revolution. 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 9781334291937_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334291937
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334291937
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)