Industrial Development Before and After Liberation
The growth of Bulgarian industry can best be understood by comparing factories established before and after the country’s political emancipation. […]
Domestic Sales and Local Consumption
Although Bulgaria exports a fair amount of woven goods and textiles, most of the production is sold within the country.
Export of Coarse Cloths
The export of coarse cloths from Bulgaria during the late 19th and early 20th centuries shows a steady growth. The
Employment and Wool Production in Bulgaria
Around three thousand workers—including men, women, and children—were employed in Bulgaria’s textile and weaving industries at the beginning of the
Growth of Modern Weaving in Bulgaria
Because of the early success of traditional weaving, some private individuals in 1880 decided to establish modern workshops and factories
Bulgarias Future
The Importance of Industry for Bulgaria’s Future One of the most important questions for Bulgaria’s future is whether the country
Future of Handicrafts in Bulgaria
It is natural to ask whether a country like Bulgaria, which was still developing after its liberation, could maintain and
Traditional Handicrafts in Bulgaria
Decline of Traditional Handicrafts in Bulgaria According to information provided by the Chamber of Commerce of Sofia, in the year
Handicraft
Understanding the Meaning of “Handicraft” Before we discuss handicrafts in Bulgaria, it is important to understand what the word actually
Agricultural Bank Operations
Agricultural Bank Operations (1899–1903) The following table shows the yearly financial operations of the Agricultural Bank in francs, as well