Peter Mathias

Historian focused on economic history

Peter Mathias - Historian focused on economic history
Born

January 10th, 1928
97 years ago

Died

2016
9 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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Contributed to the field of economic history with a focus on the development of capitalism in England. Served as a professor and lecturer at several universities, including the University of Warwick, and wrote extensively on topics related to trade and industry. Authored several influential works that educated generations of students and scholars. Held the position of president of the Economic History Society and participated actively in the academic community.

Authored 'The First Industrial Nation'

Served as president of the Economic History Society

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