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The Story Of A Street: A Narrative History Of Wall Street From 1644 To 1908

The Story Of A Street: A Narrative History Of Wall Street From 1644 To 1908

Hill, Frederick Trevor

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20th Century United States HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1163092797
ISBN13: 9781163092798
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 250
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Story Of A Street: A Narrative History Of Wall Street From 1644 To 1908 is a book written by Frederick Trevor Hill. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Wall Street, one of the most famous streets in the world, from its earliest days in the 17th century to the early 20th century. The book is divided into 24 chapters, each covering a different period in the history of Wall Street. The author begins by describing the early days of Wall Street, when it was a simple dirt road that ran along the edge of the Dutch settlement of New Amsterdam. He goes on to describe how the street grew and evolved over the centuries, becoming the financial center of the United States and a symbol of American capitalism.The book covers many important events in the history of Wall Street, including the Panic of 1837, the Civil War, the rise of the robber barons, and the creation of the New York Stock Exchange. The author also provides detailed profiles of many of the key figures in the history of Wall Street, including Alexander Hamilton, Jay Gould, and J.P. Morgan.Throughout the book, the author provides a vivid and engaging narrative that brings the history of Wall Street to life. He draws on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, newspaper articles, and personal accounts, to provide a detailed and accurate account of the street's history.Overall, The Story Of A Street: A Narrative History Of Wall Street From 1644 To 1908 is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the history of one of the world's most famous streets. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of finance, economics, or American 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.

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