Rise And Progress Of The Company Of Merchants: Of The City Of Edinburgh, 1681-1902 (1903)

""The Rise and Progress of the Company of Merchants: Of The City of Edinburgh, 1681-1902"" is a historical account of the Company of Merchants, a prominent trading organization in Edinburgh, Scotland. Written by Alexander Heron and published in 1903, the book traces the company's origins from its establishment in the late 17th century to its growth and development over the following two centuries. It provides a detailed history of the company's involvement in the trade of various commodities such as wool, linen, and tobacco, as well as its role in the development of the city's infrastructure and commerce. The book also includes information on the company's membership, governance, and social activities, as well as its relationship with other organizations and individuals in Edinburgh and beyond. Overall, ""The Rise and Progress of the Company of Merchants"" offers a comprehensive and informative look at the history of a significant institution in Scottish commerce and society.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.