The Pursuit of Wealth
The Incredible Story of Money Throughout the Ages of Wealth
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Word Count
86,750 words, Guess
Page Count
347 pages
Physical Format
Hardcover
Identifiers
- Internet Archivepursuitofwealth00robe_0
- ISBN-100070596131
- ISBN-139780070596139
- LibraryThing464719
- Open LibraryOL9251613M
Description
An epic saga that recounts the turbulent history of money. The Pursuit of Wealth is a fascinating 5,000 year journey through the evolution of money and investing. From risk versus return in Mesopotamia through today's rough-and-tumble, high-stakes stock markets, this behind-the-scenes tale will intrigue both financial historians and history-minded investors alike. Barron's columnist Robert Sobel weaves a richly textured tale of risk and the never ending quest for wealth since the dawn of man. The Pursuit of Wealth - filled with gripping stories, tales of war, and legacies of great fortunes won and lost - is much more than simply a compelling read; it provides valuable insights that can be applied to today's turbulent times.
First Sentence
Alternatively, commerce may have originated when farmers producing surpluses traded their excess for someone's overproduction of a commodity they lacked.
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