Empire

The book explores the rise of the Spanish Empire from the late-fifteenth to the mid-eighteenth century, highlighting its unprecedented global reach. It emphasizes the critical collaboration between various international business interests, including Italian financiers, German technicians, and Dutch traders, in establishing Spain's dominance. The narrative reveals how non-Spaniards, such as Portuguese, Basque, Aztec, and others, significantly contributed to the empire's success, showcasing the empire as a complex, multicultural enterprise.