A Quick History of Money: From Bartering to Bitcoin
School year: Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 128
Published: 2021
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"A Quick History of Money: From Bartering to Bitcoin" by Rob Flowers explores the evolution of money through the ages. It takes readers on a journey from primitive bartering systems to the complexities of modern financial instruments, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The book highlights key milestones in monetary history, examining how innovations in trade, banking, and technology have shaped economies and societies. Through engaging narratives and accessible explanations, Flowers demystifies concepts surrounding currency, making it easier to understand the significance of money in our daily lives and its continuing transformation in a rapidly advancing world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Quick Histories .
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade-8th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 128 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Wide Eyed Editions .
Rob Flowers has a bold, humorous style, that has led to work with clients including Camden Brewery, DC Shoes, Nike and House of Holland. He has received much praise in It's Nice That, Creative Review and Dezeen. This is his first book. Clive Gifford is a writer and editor of many bestselling quiz books.
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