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Ajouter au panierPaperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, a historical account of the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, charts the growth and development of this esteemed institution since its inception in 1786. The author delves into the Chamber's pivotal role in shaping the commercial landscape of Scotland, examining its formative influence on legislation and its unwavering advocacy for free trade. The book also explores the Chamber's engagement with the broader intellectual and social issues of its time, including its support for judicial reform and its keen interest in scientific advancements. Through detailed analysis of the Chamber's records and correspondence, the author presents a vivid portrait of the individuals who shaped its history, highlighting their tireless efforts to promote economic prosperity and social progress. This meticulously researched work offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of the evolution of commerce and the enduring impact of influential organizations like the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce. 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.
Edité par Edinburgh: Printed for the Use of the Members, n.d. [1859]., 1859
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Ajouter au panierHardcover. Etat : Very Good. 1st Edition. First edition. 8vo. pp. xxiv, 101; one illust. to text; ex-library with Glasgow University bookplate to front pastedown, upper hinge partly cracked, else very good in the original cloth, presented With the Author s Compliments inscribed at head of title-page. Piazzi Smyth, then Astronomer Royal for Scotland, lectured on the history of the longitude question, giving an overview of the theoretical and practical aspects of the matter, down to the 1850s. The illustration shows a compound free-revolver stand, the then latest development for the determination of longitude. Inscribed by Author(s).