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English Public Finance, From The Revolution Of 1688: With Chapters On The Bank Of England (1920)

English Public Finance, From The Revolution Of 1688: With Chapters On The Bank Of England (1920)

Fisk, Harvey Edward

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ISBN10: 1436939429
ISBN13: 9781436939423
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 18 2008
Pages: 252
Weight: 1.19
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
English Public Finance, From The Revolution Of 1688: With Chapters On The Bank Of England (1920) is a book written by Harvey Edward Fisk. The book provides a comprehensive account of the public finance system of England from the Glorious Revolution of 1688 to the early 20th century. The author delves into the history of taxation, public debt, and government spending during this period, as well as the role of the Bank of England in shaping the country's financial landscape.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of English public finance. The first chapter provides an overview of the financial system before the Glorious Revolution, while subsequent chapters explore the changes that occurred after the Revolution, including the establishment of the Bank of England.The author also examines the various forms of taxation that were used during this period, including income tax, customs duties, and excise taxes. He discusses the impact of these taxes on the economy and the government's ability to fund its activities.In addition to taxation, the book also covers the use of public debt as a means of financing government activities. The author explains the different types of debt instruments that were used, such as bonds and annuities, and discusses the challenges of managing a large public debt.Finally, the book provides an in-depth analysis of the role of the Bank of England in English public finance. The author explores the history of the Bank, its functions, and its relationship with the government.Overall, English Public Finance, From The Revolution Of 1688: With Chapters On The Bank Of England (1920) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of public finance in England. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the financial system during this period, as well as the role of the Bank of England in shaping it.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.

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