A bold 18th‑century proposal for a national bank that aims to safeguard public money and modernize state finance.
This edition presents a detailed examination of a proposed banking system, showing how receipts, payments, and transfers could be centralized in city chambers. It outlines who would oversee the bank, how funds would be kept secure, and how the crown and people would benefit from streamlined finances and reduced corruption. The discussion combines practical steps with a vision of national economic stability.
- Clear ideas for central receipts and payments in designated city chambers
- Governance by local authorities and a chain of accountability tied to Parliament
- Measures to deter fraud and ensure strict discipline in money management
- Arguments for how such a bank could aid the crown, merchants, and taxpayers
Ideal for readers of historical economic thought, political philosophy, and early modern governance.