Advice On Tax Dodging And Bribery From An 18th-Century East India Company Merchant

An 18th-century East India Company merchant named John Pybus offers advice on tax dodging and bribery in his notes.

East India Company merchant John Pybus compiled notes about the practicalities of trade in various ports and settlements of the Indian Ocean in the 18th century. Among lists of prices, exchange rates, and goods are advice and instructions for enterprising traders looking to maximise their profits through bribery and tax dodging.

A list of goods available at Bengal. Mss Eur F...

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