Routledge Markets and Manufacture in Early Industrial Europe

Explore the complex history of commercial relations and market development with this Routledge Revival edition. Originally published in 1991, this edited collection provides a deep look into the marketing structures and consumption patterns that grew alongside early industrial expansion in Europe. This volume examines how industrial structures and work organization changed during this era. It covers essential topics such as women's work and the tension between long-standing work traditions and the rise of a new market culture. An overarching introduction sets the stage by providing necessary background on European manufacturing. This book is a valuable resource for students and researchers focused on social and economic history. It offers detailed insights into the evolution of early industrial Europe, making it a strong addition to academic libraries and personal collections of economic history.