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A Father's Gift To His Son, On His Becoming An Apprentice: To Which Is Added Dr. Franklin's Way To Wealth (1821)

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Report copyright infringementby Richard Saunders (Author), Benjamin Franklin (Author)This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the origin...

A Plain Man's Talk On The Labor Question (1886)

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Report copyright infringementby Simon Newcomb (Author)""A Plain Man's Talk On The Labor Question"" is a book written by Simon Newcomb and published in 1886. The book is a collection of essays and speeches that Newcomb delivered on the topic of labor and its relation to the economy. Newcomb was a prominent economist of his time and was known for his clear and concise writing style.The book covers a range of topics related to labor, including the history of labor movements, the role of unions, ...

A New Book Of Interest, Containing Aliquot Tables: Truly Proportioned To Any Given Rate (1794)

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Report copyright infringementby William Wallace (Editor)""A New Book of Interest, Containing Aliquot Tables: Truly Proportioned to Any Given Rate"" is a book written by William Wallace and published in 1794. The book is focused on providing readers with a comprehensive set of aliquot tables that are accurately proportioned to any given rate. Aliquot tables are mathematical tools used to calculate interest rates on loans, mortgages, and other financial transactions. The book is designed to be ...

A Description of the Deverel Barrow, Opened A. D. 1825: Also, a Minute Account of the Kimmeridge Coal Money (1826)

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Report copyright infringementby William Augustus Miles (Author)""A Description of the Deverel Barrow, Opened A.D. 1825"" is a book written by William Augustus Miles, which provides a detailed account of the excavation of the Deverel Barrow in Wiltshire, England, in 1825. The Deverel Barrow is a Bronze Age burial mound that had been untouched for thousands of years before its excavation. In the book, Miles describes the methods used to excavate the site and the various artifacts that were unco...

A Word To The Working Classes On Their Improvement And Elevation: With Other Pieces (1850)

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Report copyright infringementby J. Russom (Author)""A Word To The Working Classes On Their Improvement And Elevation: With Other Pieces"" is a book written by J. Russom in 1850. The book aims to provide guidance and advice to the working classes on how to improve their lives and elevate their social status. It contains a collection of essays and articles on various topics related to the working classes, such as education, employment, and social reform. Russom emphasizes the importance of educ...

The Stewarton: The Hive Of The Busy Man (1881)

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Bartrum (Author)The Stewarton: The Hive Of The Busy Man is a book written by Edward Bartrum and first published in 1881. The book is a descriptive account of the town of Stewarton in Scotland, which was known for its bustling industry and hardworking people. Bartrum provides a detailed history of the town, its development, and its people, as well as its various industries such as weaving, coal mining, and agriculture. He also describes the social and cul...

The History Of The Commercial Crisis, 1857-1858 And The Stock Exchange Panic Of 1859 (1859)

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Report copyright infringementby David Morier Evans (Author) Number of Pages: 472 Dimensions: 0.95 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: November 26, 2008

The American System Of Government: Its Character And Workings, Its Defects, Outside Party Machinery And Influences, And The Prosperity Of The People U

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Report copyright infringementby Ezra Champion Seaman (Author)""The American System of Government"" is a comprehensive analysis of the United States government and its workings. Written by Ezra Champion Seaman in 1870, the book examines the character and structure of the government, as well as its defects and the influences of outside party machinery. Seaman also discusses the prosperity of the American people under the protection of the government. The book provides a historical perspective o...

Researches Into The Mathematical Principles Of The Theory Of Wealth (1897)

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Report copyright infringementby Augustin Cournot (Author), Nathaniel T. Bacon (Translator), Irving Fisher (Other)""Researches Into The Mathematical Principles Of The Theory Of Wealth"" is a book written by Augustin Cournot in 1897. The book is a comprehensive study of the mathematical principles that underlie the theory of wealth. Cournot was a French mathematician and economist who made significant contributions to the development of economic theory.The book is divided into three main parts....

The Doctrine Of Compound Interest: Illustrated And Applied To Perpetual Annuities To Those For Terms Of Years Certain, To Life Annuities, And Generall

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Report copyright infringementby Francis Corbaux (Author)The Doctrine of Compound Interest, written by Francis Corbaux in 1825, is a detailed exploration of the concept of compound interest and its applications to various financial transactions. The book delves into the mechanics of compound interest, explaining how interest is calculated and compounded over time. It then applies this understanding to a range of scenarios, including perpetual annuities, annuities for fixed terms, and life annu...

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Report copyright infringementby Mary Willcox Brown (Author)The Development of Thrift is a book written by Mary Willcox Brown and originally published in 1899. The book explores the concept of thrift and its development throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. Brown argues that thrift is a fundamental aspect of human nature and has played a crucial role in the development of civilization. She examines the various forms of thrift, including economic, social, and moral thr...

The Monotype System: A Book For Owners And Operators Of Monotypes (1912)

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Report copyright infringementby Lanston Monotype Machine Company (Author)The Monotype System: A Book For Owners And Operators Of Monotypes (1912) is a comprehensive guidebook written by the Lanston Monotype Machine Company. The book is designed to provide detailed information about the Monotype System, an innovative typesetting technology that was widely used in the early 20th century.The book covers a wide range of topics related to the Monotype System, including the history and development ...

The Depreciation Of Factories And Their Valuation (1884)

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Report copyright infringementby Ewing Matheson (Author)The Depreciation of Factories and Their Valuation is a book written by Ewing Matheson and published in 1884. The book discusses the topic of depreciation of factories and how they are valued. Matheson explores the different methods of calculating depreciation and their practical applications. He also discusses the factors that affect the depreciation of factories, such as wear and tear, obsolescence, and changes in technology. The book is...

The Law Of Compensation For Unexhausted Agricultural Improvements: As Amended By The Agricultural Holdings England Acts, 1883 To 1900 (1904)

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Report copyright infringementby John William Willis Bund (Author), Henry Stephen (Author)The Law of Compensation for Unexhausted Agricultural Improvements is a book written by John William Willis Bund in 1904. The book provides a complete description and analysis of the law of compensation for unexhausted agricultural improvements. The author examines the various amendments made to the law by the Agricultural Holdings England Acts of 1883 to 1900. The book is intended for farmers, landowners,...

The Efficient Secretary: Practical Suggestions, Information, Helps, To Stenographers And Other Wishing To Become Secretaries (1916)

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Report copyright infringementby Ellen Lane Spencer (Author)The Efficient Secretary: Practical Suggestions, Information, Helps, To Stenographers And Other Wishing To Become Secretaries (1916) is a book written by Ellen Lane Spencer. This book is a comprehensive guide for anyone aspiring to become a secretary or improve their skills as a stenographer. The book provides practical suggestions and information to help secretaries perform their duties efficiently. It covers a wide range of topics, i...

The Industrial Interests Of California: Being A Series Of Letters Relating To Our Home Manufactures, Industrial Labor, Agricultural Progress, And Mate

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Report copyright infringementby J. W. Osborn (Author)The Industrial Interests of California is a book written by J.W. Osborn and published in 1862. The book is a collection of letters that discuss various aspects of California's industrial landscape, including home manufactures, industrial labor, agricultural progress, and material interests. Osborn provides a detailed analysis of the state's economic development and the challenges faced by its industries. He also offers insights into the rol...

Opinions Of The Solicitor For The Department Of Commerce And Labor Dealing With Workmen's Compensation (1912)

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Report copyright infringementby Department of Commerce and Labor (Author)Opinions Of The Solicitor For The Department Of Commerce And Labor Dealing With Workmen��s Compensation (1912) is a book that compiles various legal opinions given by the Solicitor for the Department of Commerce and Labor in the United States. The opinions deal specifically with workmen's compensation, which was a relatively new area of law at the time. The book covers a range of topics related to workmen's compensa...

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Report copyright infringementby Joseph Harding Underwood (Author)The Distribution of Ownership is a book written by Joseph Harding Underwood and published in 1907. The book explores the concept of ownership and its distribution in society. Underwood argues that the concentration of wealth and property in the hands of a few individuals is detrimental to the well-being of society as a whole. He suggests that a more equitable distribution of ownership would lead to greater economic and social st...

Peasant Rents: Being The First Half Of An Essay On The Distribution Of Wealth And On The Sources Of Taxation, 1831 (1895)

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Report copyright infringementby Richard Jones (Author)Peasant Rents is a book written by Richard Jones in 1831 and published in 1895. It is the first half of an essay on the distribution of wealth and the sources of taxation. The book focuses on the system of peasant rents in England during the 18th and 19th centuries, which was a form of land tenure where peasants paid rent to landowners in exchange for the use of a plot of land. Jones analyzes the economic and social implications of this sy...

Peruvia Scythica, The Quichua Language Of Peru: Its Derivation From Central Asia With The American Languages In General (1875)

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Report copyright infringementby Robert Ellis (Author)Peruvia Scythica, The Quichua Language Of Peru: Its Derivation From Central Asia With The American Languages In General is a book written by Robert Ellis in 1875. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Quichua language of Peru, tracing its origins back to Central Asia. It also examines the relationships between the American languages in general, highlighting their similarities and differences. The book is a valuable resource for lingu...

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Report copyright infringementby Scott Nearing (Author)""Reducing The Cost Of Living"" is a book written by Scott Nearing and originally published in 1914. The book provides practical advice and strategies for reducing the cost of living, particularly for those living in urban areas. It covers topics such as finding affordable housing, growing your own food, reducing energy costs, and managing household expenses. Nearing draws on his own experiences as a homesteader and advocate for simple liv...

Organized Labor And Capital: The William L. Bull Lectures For The Year 1904 (1904)

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Report copyright infringementby Washington Gladden (Author), Talcott Williams (Author), George Hodges (Author)Organized Labor and Capital: The William L. Bull Lectures for the Year 1904 is a book written by Washington Gladden. It was published in 1904 and contains a series of lectures on the relationship between organized labor and capital. The lectures were delivered by Gladden in memory of William L. Bull, a prominent businessman and philanthropist who had passed away the previous year. The...

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Report copyright infringementby Benjamin E. Green (Author)Shakespeare And Goethe: On Gresham��s Law And The Single Gold Standard (1900) is a book written by Benjamin E. Green. The book explores the economic theories of Gresham's Law and the Single Gold Standard, as discussed by two literary giants, William Shakespeare and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The author delves into the works of these two writers and analyzes their views on the economic principles of money and currency. The book pr...

The Past And Present Of Japanese Commerce (1902)

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Report copyright infringementby Yetaro Kinosita (Author)The Past and Present of Japanese Commerce is a historical book written by Yetaro Kinosita in 1902. The book explores the evolution of Japanese commerce from ancient times to the early 20th century. It provides a detailed account of the various factors that have influenced the growth and development of the Japanese economy, including political, social, and cultural changes.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses o...

Reflections On The Formation And The Distribution Of Riches, 1770 (1898)

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Report copyright infringementby Turgot (Author)Reflections On The Formation And The Distribution Of Riches is a book first published in 1770 by French economist and statesman Anne-Robert-Jacques Turgot. The book explores the nature of wealth and the factors that contribute to its creation and distribution in society. Turgot argues that wealth is not simply a matter of luck or chance, but is the result of a complex set of economic and social factors, including the division of labor, the accumu...

National Colonization Bill: Hearings Before The Committee On Labor, Sixty-Fourth Congress, First Session On H. R. 11329 (1916)

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Report copyright infringementby Committee on Labor (Author)The National Colonization Bill: Hearings Before The Committee On Labor, Sixty-Fourth Congress, First Session On H. R. 11329 (1916) is a book that documents the hearings held by the Committee On Labor regarding the proposed National Colonization Bill. The book includes transcripts of the discussions and testimonies given by various individuals and organizations who were in favor of or opposed to the bill. The National Colonization Bill...

How To Invest And How To Speculate: Explanatory Of The Details Of Stock Exchange Business, And The Main Classes Of Securities Dealt In (1901)

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Report copyright infringementby C. H. Thorpe (Author)How To Invest And How To Speculate: Explanatory Of The Details Of Stock Exchange Business, And The Main Classes Of Securities Dealt In (1901) is a book written by C. H. Thorpe. The book provides a comprehensive guide to investing and speculating in the stock market. It covers the various details of stock exchange business and the main classes of securities that are traded in the market. The book is aimed at both novice and experienced inves...

Goodwill And Its Treatment In Account (1906)

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Report copyright infringementby Lawrence Robert Dicksee (Author), Frank Tillyard (Author)""Goodwill And Its Treatment In Account"" is a book written by Lawrence Robert Dicksee and published in 1906. The book discusses the concept of goodwill in accounting and how it is treated in financial statements. The author explains the various methods of valuing goodwill and provides examples of how to calculate it. He also discusses the importance of goodwill in business transactions, such as mergers a...

Honduras And The Perry Land Grant: A New Field For The Farmer, Stockman, Lumberman And Laborer (1888)

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Report copyright infringementby The American-Honduras Company (Author)""Honduras and the Perry Land Grant: A New Field for the Farmer, Stockman, Lumberman and Laborer"" is a book published in 1888 by The American-Honduras Company. The book provides a comprehensive description of Honduras, its geography, climate, resources, and people. It also highlights the benefits of the Perry Land Grant, a large tract of land in Honduras that was available for settlement and cultivation by American farmers...

Financial Engineering: A Text For Consulting, Managing And Designing Engineers And For Students (1920)

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Report copyright infringementby Otto Berger Goldman (Author)Financial Engineering: A Text For Consulting, Managing And Designing Engineers And For Students (1920) by Otto Berger Goldman is a comprehensive guide to financial engineering that is designed for consulting engineers, managing engineers, designing engineers, and students. The book covers a wide range of topics related to financial engineering, including financial analysis, risk management, investment strategies, and financial modeli...

Elements Of The Law Of Negotiable Contracts (1898)

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Report copyright infringementby Elias Finley Johnson (Author)""Elements of the Law of Negotiable Contracts"" is a legal treatise written by Elias Finley Johnson and first published in 1898. The book is a comprehensive guide to the law surrounding negotiable contracts, which are contracts that can be transferred from one party to another, such as checks, promissory notes, and bills of exchange. The book covers a wide range of topics related to negotiable contracts, including their history, nat...

Dock Dividends And Warehouse Fires (1861)

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Report copyright infringementby London Dock Companies (Author)Dock Dividends and Warehouse Fires is a book written by the London Dock Companies in 1861. The book is a detailed account of the history of the London Dock Companies, their operations, and the challenges they faced. It covers the period from the establishment of the London Dock Company in 1802 to the mid-19th century.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the London Dock Companies' business model, which involved the import a...