Title: Consuls and the institutions of global capitalism, 1783-1914 /
Authors: Goey, Ferry de,
Year: 2014
Subjects: Diplomatic and consular service Economic aspects History.; International trade History; International economic relations History; Capitalism History; Imperialism History; Consuls History.; Economic history
Abstract: The nineteenth century saw the expansion of Western influence across the globe. A consular presence in a new territory had numerous advantages for business and trade. Using specific case studies, de Goey demonstrates the key role played by consuls in the rise of the global economy.
Contents: List of Tables; Introduction; 1. The History of the Consular Institution; 2. The Middle East and North Africa; 3. The Far East; 4. North and South America; 5. Sub-Saharan Africa; Conclusions; Notes; Works Cited; Index.