Trade Monopolies
Trade Monopolies explores pre-colonial Africa''s economic history, revealing how control over essential resources shaped empires and influenced political power. The book argues that trade monopolies, particularly in salt, gold, and ivory, were central to state formation and economic systems. Intriguingly, these resources were not merely commodities; their control was deeply intertwined with politi...
Trade Monopolies explores pre-colonial Africa''s economic history, revealing how control over essential resources shaped empires and influenced political power. The book argues that trade monopolies, particularly in salt, gold, and ivory, were central to state formation and economic systems. Intriguingly, these resources were not merely commodities; their control was deeply intertwined with politi...
