
An Economic History of the World since 1400
Economics created our world. As the process through which societies provide for their citizens, it has driven everything from trade and politics to warfare and diplomacy. There's not a single aspect of history that has not been influenced by economics. Discover a riveting, centuries-long story of power, glory, and ideology that reveals how economic ideas emerged, evolved, and thrived or died.
Season 1
5 episodes
- 1. Self Interest, Human Survival, and HistoryHow is economic history different from a history of economics? What are the primary concerns of today's economic historians? What are some watershed economic moments of the last 500 years? Why does modern economic history "begin" around 1400? Find out in this introduction to the remarkable journey ahead.CC31minMay 7, 2016
- 2. Marco Polo, China and the Silk Road TradeNo synopsis available yet.CC32minMay 14, 2016
- 3. Manorial Society in Medieval EuropeNo synopsis available yet.CC31minMay 21, 2016
- 4. How Black Death Reshaped Town and FieldNo synopsis available yet.CC31minMay 28, 2016
- 5. Late 14th Century Guilds and MonopoliesNo synopsis available yet.CC31minJun 4, 2016
An Economic History of the World since 1400
Economics created our world. As the process through which societies provide for their citizens, it has driven everything from trade and politics to warfare and diplomacy. There's not a single aspect of history that has not been influenced by economics. Discover a riveting, centuries-long story of power, glory, and ideology that reveals how economic ideas emerged, evolved, and thrived or died.


