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The Ascent of Money is a 2008 book by Niall Ferguson that traces the history of money, credit, and banking. It was also adapted into a TV documentary that explores six aspects of the financial system and its role in historical events.
- Niall Ferguson
- 2008
Jun 26, 2021 · A book that traces the evolution of finance from ancient Mesopotamia to the present day, and how it shaped human progress and history. The author is a historian who uses financial data and analysis to reinterpret major events and civilizations.
Oct 27, 2009 · A comprehensive and engaging book that traces the evolution of finance and its role in shaping history, from the Renaissance to the present day. The 10th anniversary edition includes new chapters on the crash, Chimerica, and cryptocurrency.
- Penguin Books
- $16.39
The Ascent of Money reveals finance as the backbone of history, casting a new light on familiar events: the Renaissance enabled by Italian foreign exchange dealers, the French Revolution traced...
In this updated edition, Niall Ferguson brings his classic financial history of the world up to the present day, tackling the populist backlash that followed the 2008 crisis, the descent of “Chimerica” into a trade war, and the advent of cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, with his signature clarity and expert lens.
- Paperback
What is money? What do banks do? What's the difference between a stock and a bond? Why buy insurance or real estate? And how exactly do hedge funds make (and lose) money? This is history for the present, providing an invaluable long-term perspective on the current global "descent of money.”
Oct 27, 2009 · A historical overview of finance and its role in shaping civilization, by Niall Ferguson. The 10th anniversary edition includes new chapters on the crash, Chimerica, and cryptocurrency.
