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OverviewHenry Liddell, Esq., c. 1673-1717. Younger son of the Liddells of Ravensworth. Became the supervisor of the family's extensive interests in the Durham coalfield and thereby one of the leading figures in the coal-trade. William Cotesworth of Gateshead, c. 1668-1725. Rising local entrepreneur. Shared business and political interests produced a mutual understanding and trust between these two men of different social backgrounds. The friendship lasted until Henry Liddell's death and had implications for some time afterwards. The letters provide 'a vivid picture of the labyrinthine workings of the Newcastle coal-trade at a difficult time in its history.' Market: Economic history, 19c. Full Product DetailsAuthor: J.M. Ellis , Henry LiddellPublisher: Surtees Society Imprint: Surtees Society Volume: v. 197 Dimensions: Width: 13.80cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.470kg ISBN: 9780854440542ISBN 10: 0854440542 Pages: 296 Publication Date: 01 January 1985 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Stock Indefinitely Availability: Out of stock Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |