History Of The Monetary Legislation And Of The Currency System Of The United States Embracing Rare And Invaluable Documents (1896)

The book titled ""History Of The Monetary Legislation And Of The Currency System Of The United States: Embracing Rare And Invaluable Documents"" was written by Robert E. Preston in 1896. The book provides a comprehensive account of the monetary legislation and currency system of the United States from its inception to the late 19th century. The author has included rare and valuable documents, which make this book an important resource for researchers, historians, and economists interested in the monetary history of the United States. The book covers various topics such as the establishment of the first national bank, the introduction of paper currency, the Civil War and its impact on the currency system, the establishment of the Federal Reserve System, and the gold standard. The author has also discussed the debates and controversies surrounding the monetary legislation and currency system. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, this book is an important contribution to the understanding of the monetary history of the United States.To Which Is Added A Speech On Our Currency System.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.