The Ming Dynasty's Destructive Appetite for Silver Empires of Silver Absolute History

In 1581, the emperor of China unleashed a global demand for silver, forever changing the course of history. This is how the silver trade between Spain and China shaped the New World, financing the American Industrial Revolution and spurring the growth of cities around the world. Discover the conflicts and consequences as money becomes both a source of power and a catalyst for China's "century of humiliation." Join us on a journey that reveals the complex connections between China and the rest of the world.

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