Publisher's Synopsis
Wall Street In History is a book written by Martha Joanna Lamb in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive history of Wall Street, the financial district of New York City. It covers the development of Wall Street from its earliest days as a Dutch settlement to its current status as a global financial hub. The author delves into the various financial institutions that have been established on Wall Street over the years, including banks, stock exchanges, and brokerage firms. The book also examines the key figures who have played a role in the growth and development of Wall Street, such as Alexander Hamilton, J.P. Morgan, and John D. Rockefeller. Additionally, the book explores the impact that major events, such as the Great Depression and the 9/11 attacks, have had on Wall Street and the financial industry as a whole. Wall Street In History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of finance and the role that Wall Street has played in shaping the modern world.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.
