Coutts And Company, Bankers, Edinburgh And London: Being The Memoirs Of A Family Distinguished For Its Public Services In England And Scotland (1900)

Coutts And Company, Bankers, Edinburgh And London: Being The Memoirs Of A Family Distinguished For Its Public Services In England And Scotland (1900) is a historical book written by Ralph Richardson. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Coutts family, who were renowned for their public services in both England and Scotland. The book traces the family's history from its origins in the 17th century to the 19th century, and highlights the family's role in shaping the political and economic landscape of both countries. The book provides a detailed account of the family's involvement in the banking industry, particularly their establishment of the prestigious Coutts and Company bank in Edinburgh and London. The book also delves into the family's philanthropic activities, including their support for various charitable causes and their contributions to the arts and sciences. In addition to providing a detailed account of the Coutts family, the book also sheds light on the social and cultural milieu of the times in which they lived. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in the history of banking, philanthropy, and public service in England and Scotland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.