Isbn: 9780265041376 - extracts from the records of the convention of the royal burghs of scotland, 1759-79 (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the minutes of the Convention of Royal Burghs of Scotland from July 1759 to April 1779. It provides insights into the commercial and political landscape of the period, encompassing topics such as the impact of the Seven Years' War on trade, the development of industries like fisheries and manufacturing, and the challenges faced by the Burghs in maintaining their privileges. The author explores the efforts made by the Burghs to regulate foreign trade and foster economic growth, amidst the backdrop of Scotland's shifting relationship with England following the 1707 Act of Union. Through these records, the book offers valuable insights into the complexities of Scottish trade and governance during a transformative era, shedding light on the interplay between local and national interests in shaping the nation's economic and political trajectory. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…