The 1720s (1720 - 1729): The Rise of Commerce and Culture

By Emily Windsor

1720-1729: The Rise of Commerce and Culture by Emily Windsor

Step into the dynamic decade that laid the foundation for our modern global economy. 1720-1729: The Rise of Commerce and Culture offers a captivating exploration of a transformative era marked by flourishing trade networks, cultural exchange, and groundbreaking innovation.

From the speculative frenzy of the South Sea and Mississippi Bubbles-two of the first major financial crises of the modern age-to the bustling coffeehouses and salons where intellectuals gathered to debate, this book paints a vivid portrait of a world in flux. Exotic goods, new ideas, and technological advancements flowed across borders, reshaping art, literature, and society. Readers will discover how commerce not only connected continents but also fueled an unprecedented cultural awakening that continues to influence us today.

Emily Windsor, a renowned historian with a Ph.D. in Economic History, masterfully weaves together the threads of finance, art, and intellectual discourse to bring the 1720s to life. Her engaging narrative sheds light on the triumphs and trials of merchants, artists, and thinkers who navigated a rapidly changing world, offering invaluable insights into the forces that still shape our lives.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or curious about the origins of our interconnected world, 1720-1729: The Rise of Commerce and Culture is an essential read that will inspire and inform.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DWKLDG79
• ISBN13: 9798309834488
• Release Date: February 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"