Publisher's Synopsis
Credit, The Life Of Commerce: Being A Defense Of The British Merchant (1845) is a book written by J. H. Elliott, which presents a comprehensive analysis of the role of credit in commerce and the importance of the British merchant in the global economy. The book is a defense of the British merchant, who at the time was often criticized for being greedy and dishonest. Elliott argues that credit is the lifeblood of commerce and that the British merchant is essential to the success of the economy. The author delves into the history of commerce and the development of credit systems, and provides examples of successful British merchants who have contributed to the growth of the economy. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of commerce and the role of credit in the global economy.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.
