Trade in the Pre-modern Era, 1400-1700

A study of the growth of international trade from the 15th through to the 17th century. This collection of articles examines topics such as the emergence of new world trade routes, trade in particular goods and commodities, European trade policies and mercantilism.

Volume 1: world perspectives and overview
the organization and finance of trade
European overseas expansion and trade
16th century - Spain and Portugal
17th century - England and the Netherlands. Volume 2: intra-European trade and trade politics
commodity markets in international trade
mercantilism.