
Trade in the Ancient Mediterranean: Private Order and Public Institutions
przez
Taco Terpstra
Brak ocen
Romance
Business & Economics
Format
Twarda okładka
Strony
296
Język
Angielski
Opublikowany
Apr 9, 2019
Wydawca
Princeton University Press
ISBN-10
0691172080
ISBN-13
9780691172088
Opis
Taco Terpstra’s exploration of trade in the ancient Mediterranean delves deep into the interplay between private commerce and public institutions from as early as 700 BCE. This scholarly work sheds light on how trade routes and market practices flourished in a region marked by both cultural exchange and economic development. Through meticulous analysis, Terpstra reveals the sophisticated networks that emerged, driven by the need for goods and resources across vast distances.
The author emphasizes the vital role that state institutions played in facilitating trade. He examines how laws, regulations, and governance shaped the landscape of economic transactions. By investigating various city-states and their relationships, Terpstra articulates the balance between individual enterprise and collective regulation, showcasing how both elements were essential for sustainable commerce in the ancient world.
With a rich tapestry of historical context, this work is not just an academic treatise; it serves as a window into the social and economic dynamics that fueled an era of growth and interconnectivity. Terpstra’s insights offer readers a nuanced understanding of the ancient Mediterranean, highlighting the intricate systems that bridged private ambitions and public oversight.
The author emphasizes the vital role that state institutions played in facilitating trade. He examines how laws, regulations, and governance shaped the landscape of economic transactions. By investigating various city-states and their relationships, Terpstra articulates the balance between individual enterprise and collective regulation, showcasing how both elements were essential for sustainable commerce in the ancient world.
With a rich tapestry of historical context, this work is not just an academic treatise; it serves as a window into the social and economic dynamics that fueled an era of growth and interconnectivity. Terpstra’s insights offer readers a nuanced understanding of the ancient Mediterranean, highlighting the intricate systems that bridged private ambitions and public oversight.
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