Genoese Entrepreneurship and the Asiento Slave Trade, 1650?1700

Discover the untold story of Genoese entrepreneurs in Alejandro García-Montón's insightful work, Genoese Entrepreneurship and the Asiento Slave Trade, 1650–1700. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2021, this hardback edition spans 294 pages, offering a comprehensive analysis of the pivotal role played by Genoese merchants in reshaping the trans-imperial and intra-American slave trade to Spanish America. García-Montón meticulously reconstructs this often-overlooked chapter of history, weaving together themes of 17th-century global trade, early modern capitalism, and the complexities of empire. This book is essential for anyone interested in social history and the intricate dynamics of the slave trade. Dive into a rich narrative that sheds light on the intersections of commerce and morality during a transformative period in history.