An historical and chronological deduction of the origin of commerce, from the earliest accounts to the present time. [electronic resource] : Containing an history of the great commercial interests of the British Empire. To which is prefixed, an introduction, exhibiting a view of the ancient and modern state of Europe; of the importance of our colonies; and of the commerce, shipping, manufactures, fisheries, &c. of Great Britain and Ireland: and their influence on the landed interest. With an appendix, containing the modern politico-commercial geography of the several countries of Europe. In two volumes.