Publisher's Synopsis
A History of Commerce is a book written by Clive Day and first published in 1907. It is a comprehensive account of the evolution of commerce from ancient times to the early 20th century. The book covers various aspects of commerce, including trade routes, currencies, banking systems, and the rise of capitalism. Day begins by discussing the earliest forms of trade and commerce in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. He then moves on to explore the development of trade routes and the emergence of the Silk Road, which facilitated the exchange of goods between Asia and Europe. The book also covers the impact of the Crusades on commerce, the growth of the Hanseatic League, and the rise of the Dutch East India Company. Day provides an in-depth analysis of the development of banking systems and the role of banks in financing trade and commerce. The latter part of the book focuses on the Industrial Revolution and the rise of capitalism. Day examines the impact of technological advancements on commerce and the emergence of multinational corporations. He also discusses the economic theories of Adam Smith and Karl Marx and their influence on commerce.Overall, A History of Commerce is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the evolution of commerce throughout history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of trade and commerce.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.
