Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""The Foreign Commerce of England Under the Tudors: The Stanhope Essay for 1883"" by John Bruce Williamson, published in 1883, is a historical account of England's foreign commerce during the Tudor era. The author examines the economic policies and trade relationships between England and other nations during the reigns of Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I. Williamson provides an in-depth analysis of the various commodities traded by England, including wool, cloth, tin, lead, and coal, and their impact on the country's economy. He also explores the role of English merchants and the development of trading companies such as the Muscovy Company and the East India Company. The book includes detailed information on trade routes, tariffs, and the impact of wars and political alliances on foreign commerce. Williamson draws on a variety of primary sources, including government records, merchant accounts, and contemporary writings, to provide a comprehensive and authoritative account of Tudor England's foreign commerce. Overall, ""The Foreign Commerce of England Under the Tudors"" is a valuable resource for historians, economists, and anyone interested in the economic history of England during the 16th century.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.
