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Merchant, soldier, sage : a history of the world in three castes /

Outlines a reinterpretation of modern history that explores a continuing struggle among three prevailing power groups--the merchant, soldier, and sage--and traces how they have vied for dominance throughout recent centuries.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Priestland, David
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	New York : The Penguin Press, 2013.
Edition:	First American edition.
Subjects:	History, Modern. Economic history. Power (Social sciences) > History. Elite (Social sciences) > History. Social structure > Economic aspects > History. Social values > History.

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