Genealogical Memoranda Relating To The Family Of Gresham (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781021256393)

This book provides a fascinating insight into the history of the Gresham family, one of England's most important merchant dynasties. Drawing on a wide range of sources, the author charts the family's fortunes from its origins in the Middle Ages to the present day, exploring the economic, social, and political context of their lives. Along the way, he also sheds light on some of the family's most famous members, including Sir Thomas Gresham, the founder of the Royal Exchange in London. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of English trade and commerce, or the Gresham family specifically.

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