On se figure d'ordinaire que la finance est chose si impalpable, qu'on ne peut en parler qu'en termes absolument abstraits, et que les ouvrages qui traitent de ce sujet doivent toujours être extrêmement obscurs. Je soutiens, au contraire, que la finance est chose tout aussi concrète, tout aussi réelle que quoi que ce soit ; qu'on peut la définir en termes parfaitement clairs, et que c'est la faute de l'écrivain si ce qu'il dit n'est pas absolument compréhensible.Fruit d'une sélection réalisée au sein des fonds de la Bibliothèque nationale de France, Collection XIX a pour ambition de faire découvrir des textes classiques et moins classiques dans les meilleures éditions du XIXe siècle.

Un trait distinctif de notre époque, c'est l'acquisition soudaine d'une grande somme de connaissances physiques. A peine y a-t-il un département de la science ou de l'art qui soit resté exactement ce qu'il était il y a cinquante ans. Un monde nouveau d'inventions, de chemins de fer, de télégraphes, s'est développé autour de nous, et nous ne pouvons nous empêcher de le voir ; un monde nouveau d'idées est dans l'air et nous fait subir son influence, bien que nous ne le voyions pas.Fruit d'une sélection réalisée au sein des fonds de la Bibliothèque nationale de France, Collection XIX a pour ambition de faire découvrir des textes classiques et moins classiques dans les meilleures éditions du XIXe siècle.

Great Minds of Life, Business, and Economics (10 Books) is an inspiring collection of classic works by some of the most influential thinkers, entrepreneurs, and economists in modern history. This illustrated edition brings together groundbreaking writings that explore the principles of success, industry, finance, and the development of economic thought. The collection includes powerful autobiographical works such as My Life and Work by Henry Ford and The Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie by Andrew Carnegie, where readers can discover the personal journeys and philosophies of two of the most influential business leaders of the industrial age. Alongside these memoirs are landmark works in economic thought, including The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith, a foundational text of modern economics, as well as Progress and Poverty and Lombard Street, which explore wealth, banking, and the dynamics of economic systems. Together, these works offer a rich exploration of entrepreneurship, finance, innovation, and social responsibility. Thought-provoking and historically significant, this collection provides readers with timeless insights into the ideas that shaped modern business and economic life. Contents: oAdam Smith -The Wealth of Nations oBenjamin Franklin -The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin oWalter Bagehot -Lombard Street oWilliam Jevons -Money and the Mechanism of Exchange oHenry George -Progress and Poverty oAndrew Carnegie -Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie -The Gospel of Wealth oThorstein Veblen -The Theory of the Leisure Class oJohn D. Rockefeller -Random Reminiscences of Men and Events oHenry Ford -My Life and Work

The Classic Collection of Walter Bagehot is a comprehensive anthology of major works by Walter Bagehot, one of the most influential thinkers of the nineteenth century. This illustrated collection includes several of his most significant books, such as Lombard Street, The English Constitution, and Physics and Politics, along with other essays that shaped modern political and economic thought. In The English Constitution, Bagehot offers a clear and insightful explanation of how the British political system functions, distinguishing between its symbolic and practical institutions. Lombard Street examines the workings of the financial system in London and provides influential ideas about banking, credit, and financial stability. Meanwhile, Physics and Politics explores how principles of evolution and social development influence political institutions and human societies. Bagehot's writing is known for its clarity, intelligence, and ability to explain complex ideas in an accessible way. His works combine political analysis, economic theory, and historical insight, making them valuable for readers interested in the foundations of modern government and finance. This collection presents a rich introduction to Bagehot's intellectual legacy and highlights his lasting influence on political science, economics, and the study of constitutional government. Contents: -Lombard Street: A Description of the Money Market -The English Constitution -Physics and Politics