First published in 1910, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the English banking system and its history. Written by leading finance experts of the time, it examines topics such as the role of financial institutions in the economy, the regulation of bank mergers, and the impact of war on the financial sector. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the evolution of banking practices and policies.
Written from the perspective of one who lived through the Second Boer War, this book provides a fascinating historical look at the relationship between the English and Dutch in South Africa. Withers offers a nuanced and balanced view of the complex issues that led up to the war, and sheds new light on the experiences of those who fought it. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of South Africa or the British Empire.
First published in 1915, Hartley Withers' seminal work on the relationship between war and finance remains as relevant today as it was a century ago. Withers argues that the financial power of a nation is intimately linked to its military power, and explores the complex relationship between war and economic stability in detail. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the relationship between economics and national security.
Withers provides a comprehensive history of money-changing and its role in international commerce, from the ancient Babylonians to the modern era of global finance.
This book is an examination of poverty and waste in industrialized societies. Withers argues that societies can and should do more to alleviate poverty and reduce waste. He provides examples of successful programs and policies from around the world, as well as suggestions for future action. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in economic justice and sustainability.