Incipient Capitalism: The Rise and Fall of Chinese Merchants, 1368-1644

by Ph D Angela N Hsi

Whenever there is a discussion about Chinese traditional economy, people often refer to China as having only handicraft industry and limited intercourse with foreign countries. However, very few know that China was once a capitalist economy. During the period of 1368 to 1644, China saw the rise of the merchant class and incipient capitalism. In this period, tradition and innovation flourished alongside each other in China, in every sphere of life...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1916626106
• ISBN13: 9781916626102
• Release Date: April 2023
• Publisher: Angela N. Hsi
• Length: 498 Pages
• Weight: 1.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.0" x 10.0"