World trade since 1431 : geography, technology, and capitalism / Peter J. Hugill.

Figuring / Maria Popova.

The mantra of efficiency : from waterwheel to social control / Jennifer Karns Alexander.

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World trade since 1431 : geography, technology, and capitalism / Peter J. Hugill.

Figuring / Maria Popova.

The mantra of efficiency : from waterwheel to social control / Jennifer Karns Alexander.