The York Buildings Company: A Chapter In Scotch History
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ISBN10: 1163590126
ISBN13: 9781163590126
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 134
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163590126
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 134
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The York Buildings Company: A Chapter In Scotch History is a historical book written by David Murray. The book provides a comprehensive account of the York Buildings Company, a Scottish joint-stock company that was established in 1720. The company was founded with the aim of financing the rebuilding of Edinburgh's Old Town, which had been destroyed by a fire in 1700. Murray's book explores the history of the company from its inception to its eventual dissolution in 1783. The author provides detailed information on the company's finances, investments, and business dealings. He also examines the social and political context in which the company operated, including its relationship with the Scottish government and the wider economic climate of the time. Throughout the book, Murray highlights the key figures involved in the York Buildings Company, including its directors, shareholders, and employees. He also explores the impact that the company had on the development of Edinburgh and the wider Scottish economy. Overall, The York Buildings Company: A Chapter In Scotch History is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Scottish history, finance, or business. The book provides a detailed and engaging account of one of Scotland's most important historical institutions and sheds light on a crucial period in the country's economic development.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.
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