An historical and chronological deduction of the origin of commerce, from the earliest accounts to the present time. Containing an history of the great commercial interests of the British Empire. To which is prefixed, an introduction, exhibiting a view of the ancient and modern state of Europe; of the importance of our colonies; and of the commerce, shipping, manufactures, fisheries, &c. of Great Britain and Ireland: and their influence on the landed interest. With an appendix, containing the modern politico-commercial geography of the several countries of Europe. In two volumes.

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M DCC LXIV. [1764]