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1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created, by Charles Mann

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The Silver Surge and Global Trade Transformation

This chapter explores the transformative effects of the Columbian Exchange, particularly through the extraction of silver from Potosi and its role in reshaping global economies. It analyzes the flow of silver to China and the introduction of American crops, emphasizing their long-term implications for trade and environmental sustainability.

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