THE ASCENT OF MONEY

Niall Ferguson's The Ascent of Money traces the evolution of financial systems, showing how money shaped human history. It explores key financial innovations, from early banking in Renaissance Italy to modern stock markets, insurance, and hedge funds. Ferguson highlights how financial institutions drive progress but also cause crises. He connects economic power to historical events, illustrating how wealth and credit influence nations and individuals. The book argues that understanding finance is crucial to grasping global history and future economic trends