Manuel Herrero Sánchez

About the Author

Manuel Herrero Sánchez is a distinguished historian specializing in the economic and political dynamics of early modern Europe, with a particular focus on the Spanish Monarchy and its Mediterranean connections. His research illuminates the intricate networks of trade, identity, and power that shaped the era, drawing on extensive archival sources to reveal the agency of merchants in geopolitical affairs. As an associate professor at the University of Pablo de Olavide in Seville, Sánchez has contributed significantly to the understanding of cross-cultural exchanges between Italy and Spain, exploring how business relations influenced political resources and social identities. His work bridges economic history and cultural studies, offering fresh perspectives on the complexities of empire-building in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.