xpressed in "Letter to
             Peregrino Zambeccari" might be described as mercantile, favoring the
             interests of those involved in large-scale, long-distance trade. Salutati
             took a positive view of the value of trade and the ability of individuals
             to engage in mercantile works to further Italian political unity. In his
             letter as well, Salutati stressed the need to contribute to strengthening
             and deepening the general sense of Roman identity as well as economic
             growth, and through economic growth, as established by trade. The "Letter
             to Peregrino Zambeccari" made a commitment,
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