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Conquest, Tribute and Trade
541 pages, 2016
In this 2016 edition of Conquest, Tribute, and Trade, the authors have revised their text to improve the readability and clarity of the book.
The book itself attempts to address three under-analyzed concepts that led to globalization. Namely, how and why the discovery, extraction, and distribution of precious metals—gold, copper, and silver—enabled the Portuguese, Spanish, and Dutch to supersede the great Italian city-states, neutralize the Ottoman Empire, and overturn centuries of Muslim domination in Africa and Asia during the course of the sixteenth century.
In 'Conquest, Tribute and Trade', Howard J. Erlichman explores the profound impact of conquest on the world's history. He shows how it has shaped societies, economies, and cultures, and how it continues to influence the world today. This book will make you see the world in a new light.
Erlichman digs into the concept of tribute, explaining how it has been used as a tool of power and control throughout history. He shows how tribute has been used to maintain dominance, create alliances, and even to foster peace. This book will help you understand the complex dynamics of power and wealth.
Trade is often overlooked in history, but in 'Conquest, Tribute and Trade', it's given the spotlight. Erlichman shows how trade has been a driving force in shaping societies and economies, and how it has often been intertwined with conquest and tribute. You'll see how trade has shaped the world we live in today.
One of the key takeaways from this book is the identification of patterns and trends in history. Erlichman's research helps us understand how conquest, tribute, and trade have evolved over time, and how they have shaped the course of history. This book will give you a new perspective on the world's history.
In 'Conquest, Tribute and Trade', you'll find that history is not a series of isolated events, but a complex web of interconnected actions and reactions. Erlichman shows how conquest, tribute, and trade are all interconnected, and how they have collectively shaped the world. This book will help you see the bigger picture of history.
