The Grasshopper In Lombard Street

by John Biddulph Martin

Book Overview

The Grasshopper in Lombard Street is a book written by John Biddulph Martin. It is a historical account of the banking industry in London, specifically Lombard Street, during the 19th century. The title is inspired by the emblem of the Lombard Street banking house, which was a grasshopper. The book covers the period from the early 1800s to the early 1900s and provides a detailed analysis of the banking practices, policies, and personalities that shaped...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163290963
• ISBN13: 9781163290965
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 378 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.5" x 9.3"