This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: The Century co. in 1917 in 348 pages; Subjects: Europe; Economic history; Industries; Social history; Economic conditions; Industry; Social conditions; Business & Economics / Economic Conditions; Business & Economics / Economic History; Business & Economics / Development / Economic Development; Business & Economics / Economics / General; Business & Economics / Industries / General; History / Social History;