Entrepreneurial ventures in chemistry : the Muspratts of Liverpool, 1793-1934

1. Introduction, family firms and entrepreneurship -- 2. James Muspratt and the early years, 1793-1822 -- 3. Entrepreneurial spirit to the fore and overseas disputes, 1822-1840 -- 4. Gentrification with Seaforth Hall and conflict in the North American trade, 1841-1851 -- 5. Business expansion and changes in leadership, 1852-1870 -- 6. Causing a nuisance! 'The monster nuisance of all' -- 7. The Muspratts and advancements in education -- 8. Sheridan's pursuit of chemistry -- 9. Patronage of the arts -- 10. Business uncertainty and the United Alkali Company, 1871-1890 -- 11. Political aspirations and civic responsibilities -- 12. Innovation, war and further business rationalization, 1891-1926 -- 13. End of a dynasty, 1926-1934 -- 14. The Muspratt legacy and the epilogue.