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Exploring the dual nature of trade in classical antiquity, this book examines its critical role in the economic systems of ancient Athens and Rome. It highlights how trade supported military and urban growth while simultaneously being viewed with suspicion by elites who feared its impact on social order. The narrative delves into the ecological and cultural implications of ancient trade, drawing parallels to contemporary debates about trade's role in addressing global poverty versus its potential for exploitation and cultural imperialism.
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Trade in Classical Antiquity, Neville Morley
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- Pubblicato
- 2009
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- Titolo
- Trade in Classical Antiquity
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Neville Morley
- Editore
- Cambridge University Press
- Pubblicato
- 2009
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 136
- ISBN13
- 9780521634168
- Valutazione
- 3,4 su 5
- Descrizione
- Exploring the dual nature of trade in classical antiquity, this book examines its critical role in the economic systems of ancient Athens and Rome. It highlights how trade supported military and urban growth while simultaneously being viewed with suspicion by elites who feared its impact on social order. The narrative delves into the ecological and cultural implications of ancient trade, drawing parallels to contemporary debates about trade's role in addressing global poverty versus its potential for exploitation and cultural imperialism.