"The Ready Reckoner," by John Marston Scribner, originally published in 1866, is a practical manual designed for professionals in shipbuilding, boat building, and lumber commerce. This comprehensive guide provides essential calculations and tables tailored to the needs of 19th-century merchants and craftsmen. It also features detailed interest tables calculated at seven percent, facilitating financial transactions and business planning. This historical text offers insights into the methods and tools used in maritime and lumber industries during a transformative era. It remains a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in the commercial practices of the 19th century.
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