Wall Street In History (1883)

Wall Street In History is a book written by Martha Joanna Lamb and originally published in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive history of Wall Street, the financial district in New York City. It covers the development of Wall Street from its beginnings as a Dutch settlement to its emergence as the financial hub of the United States. The book also delves into the various financial institutions that have operated on Wall Street, including the New York Stock Exchange, banks, and insurance companies. Additionally, the book explores the impact of various historical events, such as the American Revolution and the Civil War, on Wall Street and the financial industry. Lamb's writing style is engaging and informative, making Wall Street In History an important resource for anyone interested in the history of finance and the development of American capitalism.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.