Wood, Diana
Medieval Economic Thought (Cambridge Medieval Textbooks)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521458931
- author:
- Wood, Diana
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 274
- Dimensions:
- 180mm X 195mm
- Genre:
- Economic history
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Medieval Economic Thought by Diana Wood explores how medieval thinkers grappled with fundamental questions about economics and society. From the writings of Italian merchants to vernacular poetry, this book delves into the diverse sources that shaped economic thought during the Middle Ages. Wood examines key concepts such as private ownership, charity, money, just price, and wage, and how they were reconciled with Christian principles. By tracing the evolution of ideas from ecclesiastical and secular sources, she sheds light on the complex balance between individual interests and collective well-being. This book offers a nuanced understanding of medieval economic thought, revealing the intricate relationships between theology, law, and everyday life in the Middle Ages.
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