Step back in time to the London of 1677 with this charming reproduction of the oldest printed list of the merchants and bankers of the city. With fascinating insights into the business practices and social customs of the day, this book offers a unique glimpse into the history of one of the world's greatest cities. Whether you are a history buff, a lover of London, or simply curious about life in earlier times, this book is not to be missed. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.