Empire: How Spain Became a World Power, 1492-1763 - Couverture souple

Kamen, Henry

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0060932643 ISBN 13 : 9780060932640

Editeur : Harper Perennial, 2004

Synopsis

Book by Kamen Henry

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

From the late-fifteenth to the mid-eighteenth century, Spain was the most extensive empire the world had seen, stretching from Naples and the Netherlands to the Philippines. This provocative work of history attributes Spain's rise to power to the collaboration of international business interests, including Italian financiers, German technicians, and Dutch traders. At the height of its power, the Spanish Empire was a global enterprise in which non-Spaniards -- Portuguese, Basque, Aztec, Genoese, Chinese, Flemish, West African, Incan, and Neapolitan -- played an essential role.

Challenging, persuasive, and unique in its thesis, Henry Kamen's Empire explores Spain's complex impact on world history with admirable clarity and intelligence.

Revue de presse :

“Enthralling .... Magnificent history.” (Wall Street Journal)

“Well written and exactingly researched.” (Kirkus Reviews)

“An import chronicle, written with fluidity and a commanding sweep, along with a sharp eye for telling detail.” (Atlantic Monthly)

“As new forms of global imperialism develop, this sophisticated and broad-minded book could not be more timely.” (Publishers Weekly)

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Harper Perennial
• Date d'édition: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0060932643
• ISBN 13: 9780060932640
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 640