The Rise And Progress Of The Company Of Merchants: Of The City Of Edinburgh, 1681-1902 (1903) Paperback - 2009

""The Rise and Progress of the Company of Merchants: Of the City of Edinburgh, 1681-1902"" is a historical account of one of the most influential merchant companies in Scotland. Written by Alexander Heron and originally published in 1903, this book traces the origins of the Company of Merchants from its establishment in the late 17th century to its growth and development over the course of more than two centuries. The author provides a detailed examination of the social and economic factors that contributed to the company's success, including its involvement in the slave trade and its influence on the development of the Scottish wool industry. In addition, Heron explores the political and cultural context in which the Company of Merchants operated, highlighting the role it played in shaping the city of Edinburgh and the wider Scottish economy. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Scottish trade and commerce, and provides valuable insights into the social, economic, and political forces that have shaped Scotland's past and present.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.