Banking (1914) is a book written by William Amasa Scott, a renowned American economist and professor of economics at the University of Wisconsin. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the banking system in the United States during the early 20th century. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of banking, the functions of banks, the organization and management of banks, the role of the Federal Reserve System, and the regulation of banking. The book is divided into three main sections. The first section provides an introduction to banking, including a brief history of banking in the United States and an overview of the functions of banks. The second section focuses on the organization and management of banks, covering topics such as the types of banks, the structure of bank management, and the role of bank directors. The third section covers the regulation of banking, including the role of the Federal Reserve System, the regulation of bank capital and reserves, and the regulation of bank operations.Overall, Banking (1914) is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the banking system in the United States during the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of banking, economics, or finance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.