Gustavus Myers meticulously investigated the formation and accumulation of great American fortunes, revealing the systemic corruption and criminality that underpinned the nation's corporate-financial economy. His scholarly approach focused on how legislation and governmental bodies enabled financial crimes and exploitation. Myers documented the devastating and lasting effects of these practices on the American economy and society.
The book is a facsimile reprint of a culturally significant antiquarian text, preserving its original content despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. It aims to protect and promote literary heritage by offering an affordable, high-quality edition that remains true to the original work.
The book focuses on the revival of classic literature from the early 1900s and earlier, which has become rare and costly. It aims to make these timeless works accessible by republishing them in affordable, high-quality editions that preserve the original text and artwork. This initiative highlights the importance of maintaining literary heritage while catering to modern readers.
Gustavus Myers' definitive history of Canadian wealth provides a deeply researched and analytically rigorous account of the economic and social forces that shaped Canada. From the fur trade to the rise of industrial capitalism, Myers' insightful analysis uncovers the stories of the people and institutions that built and sustained Canada's economic system. A must-read for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the economic history of this important nation.
A historical overview of the Puritan legal system in colonial New England, with a particular emphasis on the so-called 'blue laws', or moral and religious codes that regulated social behavior. The book explores the origins and rationale of the laws, as well as their enforcement and impact on everyday life.
Written during the early days of World War II, this book is a thorough examination of American society and its contrasts. Myers provides an insightful analysis of the injustices, inequalities, and fallacies of American life, while simultaneously highlighting the nation's strengths and virtues. The book offers a unique perspective on America's social and economic history and is a testament to the author's astute observations and analytical skills.
This groundbreaking study sheds light on the complex and often shadowy world of public franchises in New York City, examining the intersection of politics, finance, and public services. Myers provides a meticulous and comprehensive analysis of the history of these franchises in the boroughs of Manhattan and the Bronx, revealing the forces at work behind many of the city's most important institutions.
Focusing on the preservation of literary heritage, this collection features classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which are now rare and costly. The republished editions maintain the original text and artwork, offering readers affordable access to these timeless stories in high-quality formats.