The Ascent of Money: A Financial History of the World
Description
Niall Ferguson masterfully traces the intricate and often tumultuous history of finance, revealing its profound impact on the trajectory of human civilization. From the earliest forms of credit in ancient Mesopotamia to the complex global markets of today, this book illuminates how financial innovations have shaped empires, fueled wars, and driven progress. Ferguson demystifies key financial concepts and institutions, explaining their origins and significance with his characteristic clarity and engaging style. This essential history offers a compelling narrative of how money, in all its forms, has become the bedrock of our modern world and the key to understanding all of history.
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paperback
PENGUIN GROUP
Published Apr 5, 2012
452 pages
ISBN: 9780718194000
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First Published
2008
Language
eng
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