Montagu Norman

Montagu Norman is a biography written by John Hargrave that delves into the life of Montagu Norman, the governor of the Bank of England from 1920 to 1944. The book explores Norman's upbringing, education, and early career in banking, as well as his rise to power and influence as one of the most powerful figures in British finance during the interwar period.Hargrave paints a complex portrait of Norman, highlighting his strengths as a financial expert and his weaknesses as a leader who often prioritized his own interests over those of the Bank and the country. The book also delves into Norman's controversial policies, including his support for the gold standard and his role in the economic policies of the British government during the Great Depression.With meticulous research and insightful analysis, Montagu Norman offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential figures in British finance during a critical period in 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.