by Carlo M. Cipolla · Editorial Crítica · tapa dura · ISBN 9788498922189
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In 'Pequeñas crónicas', Carlo M. Cipolla presents a collection of historical stories that combine erudition with ingenuity. The author explores diverse topics such as Giotto's business dealings, the European search for secrets in Chinese medicine, the curious history of the name 'dollar,' and the enrichment of Genoese bankers at the expense of Philip II. These stories, narrated by a renowned historian, offer revelations that invite reflection.
Carlo Maria Cipolla was an Italian economic historian. He was a member of both the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the American Philosophical Society.
