Conversos, Power and the Intermediate Groups in Golden Age Spain, Paperback/***

Recent studies reveal significant social mobility in 16th-17th century Spain, challenging previous beliefs. This book explores the rise of a powerful intermediate class, the mesocracy, including Jewish converts, who advanced through long-term family strategies and professional roles, contributing to Spain's economic power. Publisher: Archaeopress Illustration(s): 14 figures, 15 tables, 1 map (limited colour) Number of pages: 216 Publication date: 2025 Dimensions: 174 x 245 x 13 Cover type: Paperback / softback Editor(s): Luis (Professor of Early Modern History, University of Cordoba) Salas Almela