The Thorough Business Man

The Thorough Business Man: Memoirs of Walter Powell, Merchant, Melbourne and London is a biographical book written by Benjamin Gregory. The book tells the story of Walter Powell, a successful merchant who operated in both Melbourne and London during the 19th century. The memoirs are based on Powell's personal diaries and letters, as well as interviews with his family and colleagues.The book provides a detailed account of Powell's life, from his early days as a clerk in London to his rise as a prominent businessman in Melbourne. It covers his business ventures, including his partnership with the famous Australian entrepreneur, William Clarke, and his involvement in the wool trade. The book also explores Powell's personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Elizabeth, and their family.Throughout the book, Gregory provides insight into the social and economic conditions of the time, including the impact of the gold rush on Melbourne's economy. The Thorough Business Man is a fascinating look at the life of a successful businessman during a time of great change and development in Australia and England.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.