A MARXIST ACCOUNT OF THE MEDIEVAL MEDITERRANEAN
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✍️ The article discusses Chris Wickham's book 'The Donkey and the Boat' which challenges the traditional view of the medieval Mediterranean economy and emphasizes the importance of local and regional trade.
👉 The book challenges the traditional view of the medieval Mediterranean economy 👉 Emphasizes the importance of local and regional trade 👉 Focuses on the role of donkeys and local exchange in the economy 👉 Highlights the importance of class relations and the role of small producers in the economy 👉 Offers a new perspective on the development of capitalism
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