Die mittelalterliche Hanse

"The Medieval Hanse" by Stephan Selzer offers a comprehensive analysis of the historical league of cities that played a central role in trade between the North and Baltic Seas during the Middle Ages. The book highlights the formation and development of the Hanse, its economic and social structures, as well as the challenges that led to its decline. Selzer provides a detailed account of the Hanse's peak, when up to 100 cities were part of this trade network, and describes the significant trade routes that extended from Novgorod to London. Additionally, aspects of seafaring, piracy, and conflicts between the bordering states are discussed. This scholarly book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in European history and the economic interconnections of the Middle Ages.