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In his most widely appealing book yet, one of today's leading authors of popular anthropology looks at the intriguing history and peculiar nature of money, tracing our relationship with it from the time when primitive men exchanged cowrie shells to the imminent arrival of the all-purpose electronic cash card.
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Intriguing journey through the evolution of money.
Who is this book for?
This book is a fascinating read if you're curious about how money has shaped human society over the centuries. The author makes complex economic history accessible and engaging, weaving together stories from primitive exchanges to modern electronic transactions—it's perfect for anyone interested in understanding the roots of our financial world.
