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The Knack of Managing is a practical and insightful guide to the art and science of management, authored by Lewis K. Urquhart and Herbert Watson. First published in the early 20th century, this book distills years of managerial experience into a comprehensive manual...
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Baltimore Hats Past and Present is a fascinating historical account that delves into the rich legacy of hat-making in Baltimore, Maryland. The book traces the evolution of the hat industry from its humble beginnings in the late 18th century to its prominence in the 19th...
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Boy Labour and Apprenticeship by Frederick James Gould is a comprehensive exploration of the conditions, challenges, and prospects faced by working boys in early 20th-century Britain. Drawing on firsthand observations, statistical data, and contemporary reports, Gould...
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Forging Ahead in Business is a comprehensive guide that delves into the principles and practices essential for achieving success in the world of commerce. Authored by one of the early 20th century’s keenest observers of business trends, this book offers readers a wealth...
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A New Banking System: The Needful Capital for Rebuilding the Burnt District is a thought-provoking treatise written by Lysander Spooner in 1873, in the aftermath of the Great Chicago Fire. In this work, Spooner addresses the urgent need for financial reform and economic...
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The Value of Money by Benjamin M. Anderson, Jr., first published in 1917, is a seminal work in the field of monetary economics. In this comprehensive and scholarly treatise, Anderson critically examines the prevailing theories of money and value, challenging the...
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Household Organization is a comprehensive guide originally published in the early 20th century, designed to assist homemakers in efficiently managing every aspect of domestic life. The book delves into the principles and practicalities of running a well-ordered...
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Banking by William A. Shaw is a comprehensive exploration of the principles, practices, and evolution of banking as it stood in the early 20th century. This detailed work delves into the origins and development of banking institutions, tracing their roots from ancient...
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The Everett Massacre: A History of the Class Struggle in the Lumber Industry is a gripping and meticulously researched account of one of the most significant and violent labor conflicts in early 20th-century America. Authored by Walker C. Smith and first published in...
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How Department Stores Are Carried On is a comprehensive exploration of the inner workings and management strategies behind the success of department stores in the early twentieth century. Authored by W. B. Phillips, this book delves into the intricate details of store...
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The Young Man in Business is a practical and insightful guide aimed at young men embarking on their professional journeys in the world of commerce and industry. Authored by Edward W. Bok, this book offers timeless advice and encouragement for those seeking to establish...
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The Claims of Labour: An Essay on the Duties of the Employers to the Employed is a seminal work that delves into the ethical, social, and economic responsibilities that employers hold towards their workers. Written in the mid-19th century, this book addresses the...
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About Sugar Buying for Jobbers: How You Can Lessen Business Risks by Trading in Refined Sugar Futures is a comprehensive guide designed for jobbers, wholesalers, and anyone involved in the sugar trade. This book delves into the intricacies of the sugar market, offering...
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Free Ships: The Restoration of the American Carrying Trade is a comprehensive exploration of the decline and potential revival of the United States’ merchant marine in the late 19th century. Authored by John Codman, this book delves into the historical, economic, and...
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Morals in Trade and Commerce is a thought-provoking exploration of ethical principles as they apply to the world of business, authored by Frank B. Anderson. First published in the early 20th century, this book delves into the complex relationship between morality and...
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The Evolution of Modern Capitalism: A Study of Machine Production by John A. Hobson is a seminal work that explores the profound transformation of economic and social structures brought about by the rise of machine-based industry. First published in 1894, the book...
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Successful Stock Speculation by John James Butler is a comprehensive guide that delves into the principles, strategies, and psychology behind successful investing and trading in the stock market. Originally published in the early 20th century, this classic work remains...
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Commercial Geography: A Book for High Schools,Commercial Courses, and Business Colleges by Jacques W. Redway is a comprehensive educational resource designed to introduce students to the vital relationship between geography and commerce. This detailed textbook explores...
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Sam Lambert and the New Way Store: A Book for Clothiers and Their Clerks is a lively and insightful novel by Unknown Author, first published in 1909, that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early twentieth-century retail. The story centers onSam Lambert, an...
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Architects of Fate; or, Steps to Success and Power by Orison Swett Marden is a classic self-help book that explores the principles and habits that lead to personal achievement, character development, and lasting success. First published in 1895, this influential work...
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