Famous London Merchants: A Book For Boys (1869)

Famous London Merchants: A Book For Boys is a historical book written by Henry Richard Fox Bourne in 1869. The book is aimed at young boys and provides a detailed account of the lives and achievements of some of the most famous merchants in London during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book covers the lives of famous London merchants such as Thomas Gresham, who founded the Royal Exchange, Sir Thomas Fowke, who was a successful merchant and Lord Mayor of London, and Sir Josiah Child, who was a prominent member of the East India Company. The book provides a fascinating insight into the world of London merchants during this period and explores the challenges they faced, including competition from other merchants, political turmoil, and the risks associated with trade and commerce. The author also highlights the important role that these merchants played in the development of London as a major trading center and how their work helped to shape the city's economy and culture. Overall, Famous London Merchants: A Book For Boys is an engaging and informative read that provides a valuable historical perspective on the lives and achievements of some of the most influential merchants in London's history.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.