How the Gold Standard Works
No. of pages 80
Published: 2011
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"How the Gold Standard Works" by Phillip Ryan explores the historical and economic implications of the gold standard as a monetary system. The book delves into the origins of the gold standard, its fluctuations, and its impact on global trade and economies throughout history. Ryan examines key events, such as the 19th-century gold rushes and the Great Depression, to illustrate how the gold standard shaped financial policies and societal changes. Through engaging narratives and detailed analysis, the book offers readers an understanding of the complex relationship between currency, value, and economic stability, ultimately assessing the implications of a gold-based economy in today's world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Real World, Real World Economics .
This book has been graded for interest at 12-17 years.
There are 80 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2011 by Rosen Young Adult .
