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Стопанското развитие на българите в документалното наследство на Георги Ст. Раковски
The Economic Development of Bulgarians as Seen Through the Documentary Heritage of Georgi St. Rakovski

Author(s): Petko St. Petkov
Subject(s): History, Economy, Economic history, History of ideas, Modern Age
Published by: Център за стопанско-исторически изследвания
Keywords: Georgi Stoykov Rakovski; economic condition; economic development; demographic nationalism; economic nationalism; Bulgarian trade association

Summary/Abstract: This article analyzes the understanding of Georgi St. Rakovski on the economic situation and opportunities for economic development of the Bulgarians on the basis of his preserved documentary heritage. His opinion about the geographical location, the demographic potential and the social status of the Bulgarians is shown. His attitude towards the ruling Ottoman government, neighboring states and Great powers is revealed in connection with the economic progress of the Bulgarians.

  • Issue Year: II/2017
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 55-71
  • Page Count: 17
  • Language: Bulgarian