ABSTRACT

The Levant Company in England was first established in 1592 to help regulate trade with Turkey and the Levant area. Originally published in 1908, this study details the early origins of the company as well as providing information on surrounding issues such as the regulation of shipping, piracy and the officials of the company. This title will be of interest to students of history and business.

chapter 1|15 pages

Introduction

chapter 4|15 pages

The Founding of the Levant Company, 1592

chapter 6|33 pages

Officers and Officials of the Company

chapter 7|9 pages

Meetings of the Company and Membership

chapter 9|6 pages

The Regulation of Shipping

chapter 10|9 pages

Pirates, Interlopers and Factors

chapter 11|2 pages

Conclusion