B. And M. Gratz: Merchants In Philadelphia, 1754- 1798 (1916) is a historical book written by William Vincent Byars. The book chronicles the lives and business endeavors of two Jewish brothers, Benjamin and Michael Gratz, who were prominent merchants in Philadelphia during the late 18th century. The book provides a detailed account of the Gratz brothers' early life, their family background, and their business ventures, including their involvement in the fur trade, shipping, and real estate. The author also explores the Gratz brothers' role in the development of Philadelphia's Jewish community and their contributions to the American Revolution. The book is based on extensive research and draws from a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and business records. Overall, B. And M. Gratz: Merchants In Philadelphia, 1754- 1798 (1916) offers a fascinating insight into the lives of two influential figures in American history and sheds light on the economic and social landscape of Philadelphia during the late 18th century.This Book Is In English.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.