The Industrial Revolution is central to the teaching of economic history. It has also been key to historical research on the commercial expansion of Western Eur

The Industrial Revolution is central to the teaching of economic history. It has also been key to historical research on the commercial expansion of Western Eur

Why are some countries rich and others poor? In 1500, the income differences were small, but they have grown dramatically since Columbus reached America. Since

Guiding the reader through the many guises of global economic history, this book uncovers its key issues, debates and subjects. With contributions from leading

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