The Origins of Asset Management from 1700 to 1960 Towering Investors
This book explores the origins and development of the asset management profession in Britain as a distinct activity within financial services, independent of banks and stockbrokers. Specifically, it identifies the main individuals and institutions after 1
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The study of the history of financial institutions, markets, instruments and concepts is vital if we are to understand the role played by finance today. At the same time, the methodologies developed by finance academics can provide a new perspective for historical studies. Palgrave Studies in the History of Finance is a multi-disciplinary effort to emphasise the role played by finance in the past, and what lessons historical experiences have for us. It presents original research, in both authored monographs and edited collections, from historians, finance academics and economists, as well as financial practitioners. More information about this series at http://www.springer.com/series/14583
Nigel Edward Morecroft
The Origins of Asset Management from 1700 to 1960 Towering Investors
Nigel Edward Morecroft Edinburgh United Kingdom
Palgrave Studies in the History of Finance ISBN 978-3-319-51849-7 DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-51850-3
ISBN 978-3-319-51850-3 (eBook)
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Acknowledgements
Charley Ellis and Gill Hollis suggested I should ‘have a go’ when I was first mulling over the idea of a book, while both Amanda Fisher and my daughter Heather read the first draft chapter and made encouraging comments, so they all bear some responsibility for what has followed, though the errors are all my own. Huge appreciation is due to the people who directly contributed by providing specific information, lines of enquiry and ideas. My old colleagues at Fore
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