Memoir Of James Wilson (1861)

Memoir of James Wilson is a book written by Walter Bagehot and published in 1861. The book is a biography of James Wilson, a Scottish businessman and politician who played a significant role in the development of the British economy during the mid-19th century. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Wilson's early life and his rise to success as a businessman. Wilson was born in Scotland in 1805 and went on to become a successful merchant in India. He later returned to England and founded The Economist, a newspaper that became influential in shaping economic policy in Britain. The second part of the book covers Wilson's political career. He was elected to Parliament in 1847 and became the President of the Board of Trade in 1859. During his time in government, Wilson played a key role in promoting free trade and modernizing the British economy. Throughout the book, Bagehot provides insights into Wilson's character and his impact on British society. He also offers commentary on the economic and political issues of the time, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of 19th-century Britain. Overall, Memoir of James Wilson is a well-written and informative biography that sheds light on an important figure in British history.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.