Sereno S Pratt (21 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Bound in brown cloth with title embossed in black in the front cover. Title written in gilt on the spine. Black and white illustrations throughout.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Fair. Acceptable condition. No Dust Jacket Reprint, 1910. (stock companies) A readable, intact copy that may have noticeable tears and wear to the spine. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes and highlighting or be heavily stained. Includes reading copy only books.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Magazine. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. No Illustrations; 9x10; 4 pages.

Magazine. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. No Illustrations; 9x10; 4 pages.

Condition: New.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good with no dust jacket. Exlibrary marks. Hinges repaired, binding sound. Pages clean, tanned. Cloth over boards has edge wear, overall shelf wear, lettering fading, binding slightly sunned. Sereno Stansbury Pratt (1858-1915) served as financial editor for the New York Times and editor in chief for the Wall Street Journal as well as secretary of the Chamber of Commerce of New York City. Ex-Library; 7.75" tall; 440 pages.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, first published in January 1903, has been revised to account for many changes in the financial world, including the rise of the internet, expansion of the investment market, and the impact of government regulation. The author himself, S. S. Pratt, was not only a reporter but also a leading authority on commercial credits and clearing houses. His experiences and expertise lend a unique perspective to this comprehensive but concise description of the operations of Wall Street in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book provides historical context for the evolution of Wall Street, and discusses the impact of stock companies and the invention of banks and stock exchanges. It explores the relationship between Wall Street, speculation, and economic growth, and details the growth of investment markets alongside the speculative markets. Pratt also explores the risks of speculation and the evolution of regulation to manage those risks. This book is written with a balance between criticism and praise of Wall Street, recognizing its importance to the economic development of the United States and the world, while also acknowledging the potential for abuse. It concludes that Wall Street is essential to national progress, but any attempt on the part of Wall Street to stifle the growth of the country, or on the part of the country to destroy Wall Street, would be equally ruinous. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 478 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Hardcover without DJ. Brown cloth over boards with gold lettering on spine. Brown debossed lettering on front cover. Binding is loose but intact. Rubbing at crown and foot of spine and along out edges. D. Appleton and Company. Title page dated 1903. Copyright page dated 1903. 286 pages. Pages 199 to 201 have a few small tears and chips along the fore-edge. Otherwise, pages are clean and free of any significant wear. Some toning and spotting from age. Front free endpaper signed by previous owner in top right corner; below that, there is a small closed tear where an older signature has been erased with the further inscription, "Boston - Mass, April 18th 1903." Overall a nice copy. Hardcover with DJ. Tan paper over boards with gold lettering. White paper DJ with blue tiled design and black lettering on spine and front. Spine toned from age. Original price $8.95 still present on front inside flap. Binding is good and tight. David R. Godine. No date on title page. Copyright page dated 1982. 48 pages. Pages are clean and crisp, free of any marks, stains, or tears. Overall a nice copy. Please email with questions or to request photos. Note: If there is a photo beside this listing, it s a STOCK photo that ABE put there (for reasons that we cannot understand or control) and might not match this actual book.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. original brown cloth, owner bookplate of A Edward Newton.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition, First Printing. 5 1/4 X 7 3/4 Inches. 286 PP. Sereno Stansbury Pratt was a pioneering financial journalist who helped shape how ordinary Americans understood Wall Street at the turn of the twentieth century. Beginning his career in regional newspapers, he rose to become editor-in-chief of The Wall Street Journal and earned a reputation for translating the complexities of banking, stocks, and finance into clear, practical language. Unlike many financial writers of his era, Pratt focused on explanation rather than speculation, making the workings of the markets accessible to a broader public. His influential book, The Work of Wall Street, became a respected guide to the financial world and remains a valuable historical snapshot of American markets during the Gilded Age and Progressive Era. The Work of Wall Street transformed the complex world of early American finance into a clear and accessible subject for ordinary readers. The book offers a rare firsthand look at how Wall Street functioned in the early 1900s, explaining the roles of brokers, exchanges, banks, and investors. Its combination of practical insight and historical detail made it a landmark work in financial journalism and remains valuable today as a window into the foundations of modern financial markets. Condition: Light rubbing to covers. PO name in ink on endpapers. Rear endpage excised. …

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 478 pages. 9.02x6.02x1.10 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 314 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.71 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1914. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 480, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 480 480.…

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1920. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 474, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 474 474.…