Emmanuel Burden, Merchant, of Thames St., in the City of London, Exporter of Hardware - Hilaire Belloc - Bog

This short novel by the celebrated writer and historian Hilaire Belloc tells the story of Emmanuel Burden, a successful 18th-century London merchant whose business ventures and personal life intersect in unexpected and tragic ways. Drawing on his deep knowledge of European history and culture, Belloc paints a vivid portrait of a complex and fascinating character, and offers insights into the social order and economic realities of Georgian England. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of European society and culture.
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