Brepols Capital at Work in Antwerp's Golden Age - History Book

Explore the economic landscape of the sixteenth century with Capital at Work in Antwerp's Golden Age. Part of the Studies in European Urban History series (Volume 55), this scholarly work focuses on the first half of the 1500s to examine how capital functioned in a major urban center. By looking at Antwerp during its peak, this book addresses the fundamental question of what capitalists were doing and the methods they used to reach their goals. It provides a close-up look at the practical details of economic activity during this era. This text is an essential resource for readers interested in business and economic history, offering a specific vantage point to see how financial objectives were met in a historical context.