The Golden Grasshopper

""The Golden Grasshopper"" is a historical fiction novel set in the 16th century during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The story follows the life of a young boy named Ned, who is taken in by the famous merchant Sir Thomas Gresham after his father passes away. Ned becomes Sir Thomas' apprentice and learns the ins and outs of the merchant trade, including the establishment of the Royal Exchange. Along the way, Ned experiences various adventures, including a run-in with pirates, and falls in love with Sir Thomas' daughter, Margaret. The title of the book refers to the golden grasshopper that sits atop the Royal Exchange, which serves as a symbol of Sir Thomas' success and wealth. The novel provides a glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in English history and sheds light on the importance of trade and commerce during the Tudor era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.