Publisher's Synopsis
The General Principles of Banking, Bills of Exchange, British Funds, and Foreign Exchanges is a book written by William John Norfolk and originally published in 1845. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of banking, bills of exchange, British funds, and foreign exchanges. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different topic related to banking and finance. The first section provides an introduction to banking, including its history and the different types of banks that exist. The second section discusses bills of exchange, which are a type of financial instrument used in international trade. The third section covers British funds, which are government securities that can be bought and sold on the stock market. This section explains how these funds work and how they can be used as an investment. The fourth section discusses foreign exchanges, which are the systems used to exchange one currency for another. Throughout the book, Norfolk provides detailed explanations of the various concepts and practices related to banking and finance. He also includes numerous examples and case studies to help readers better understand the material. Overall, The General Principles of Banking, Bills of Exchange, British Funds, and Foreign Exchanges is an important historical text that provides valuable insights into the world of finance during the mid-19th century. It remains relevant today as a foundational text for anyone interested in the history and principles of banking and finance.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.
