Synopsis
Examines the history of money from the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt to today's cashless alternatives
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Review
"It is easier to write about money than to acquire it..." Voltaire "This volume will...make an excellent reference book for all decent libraries....it is also to be recommended as a handsome addition to individual coffee table collections." History Today"
About the Author
Jonathan Williams is a curator in the department of coins and medals at the British Museum. He is a specialist on Roman and Iron Age coins. He lives in London.
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