The Restoration Of The Currency (1868)

The Restoration of the Currency is a book written by James Shepherd Pike in 1868. The book is a detailed analysis of the American currency system and the economic policies of the United States during the Civil War. Pike argues that the currency system was in a state of chaos and needed to be reformed in order to stabilize the economy.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the currency system. Pike discusses the history of American currency, the role of banks in the economy, and the impact of the Civil War on the monetary system. He also provides a detailed analysis of the various proposals for currency reform that were being debated at the time.Pike argues that the best solution to the currency crisis is the restoration of the gold standard. He believes that a stable currency system is essential for economic growth and that the gold standard is the only way to achieve this stability. He also advocates for the elimination of paper money and the use of gold and silver coins as the primary currency.The Restoration of the Currency is an important historical document that provides insight into the economic policies of the United States during a critical period in its history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American economics and the development of the modern financial system.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.