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A History of Pawnbroking, Past and Present (1847)

A History of Pawnbroking, Past and Present (1847)

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Military HistoryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1161758283
ISBN13: 9781161758283
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 104
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A History of Pawnbroking, Past and Present is a book written by William A. H. Hows in 1847. The book provides a detailed account of the history of pawnbroking, from its origins in ancient times to its current state in the mid-19th century. Hows explores the social, economic, and cultural factors that have contributed to the development of pawnbroking throughout history, including its role in providing credit and financial services to people of all classes.The book also examines the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern pawnbroking, both in the past and present. Hows discusses the various laws and regulations that have been put in place to protect pawnbrokers and their customers, as well as the challenges and controversies that have arisen in the industry over time.Throughout the book, Hows draws on a wide range of historical sources, including legal documents, financial records, and cultural artifacts, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of pawnbroking. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of finance, economics, and social institutions.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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