This visually extraordinary book presents the history of money as it has never been seen before - from coins to contactless, bankruptcy to billionaires - perfect for readers aged 9+.
From trading seashells and vegetables to mining for cryptocurrency, the journey from cash to contactless has been one full of trial and error, entrepreneurial geniuses and expanding economies.
Uniquely presented through a series of posters, comic-strip retellings, timelines, newspaper articles and much more, this strikingly illustrated book charts the history of money in engaging and unusual ways - guaranteed to keep children gripped.
With expert text written by children's author Alex Woolf and stunning graphic artwork by Nick Taylor.
Vibrant illustrations and dynamic layouts will appeal to the audienceDigestible and easy-to-understand text by expert children's author, Alex Woolf.A global topic with growing relevance in today's world. There is a significant lack of publishing for children on this subject.Pantone and 100% foil cover finishes.Contents: Magic Paper; Different Kinds of Money; A World Without Money; Cows and Cowrie Shells; Quirky Currencies; The First Coins; The Spread of Coins; Debasement; Inflation; The first banknotes; Europe Takes Note; The First Banks; Banking in the Middle Ages; The Start of Modern Banking; The Rise and Fall of John Law; Banking Today; When Banking Fails; The Laws of Lending; The Rise of Consumer Credit; Credit Cards; Debt; What is the Economy?; Taxes; Financial Markets; Rich and Poor; Money Backed by Gold; Golden Years; The Foreign Exchange Market; When Money Stops Working; Hyperinflation in Germany; From Counterfeit Coins to False Notes; Foiling the Forgers; Money Turns Invisible; Scrip; Cryptocurrencies; The Future of Money; Glossary and IndexCelebrating 10 Years of Extraordinary Illustrated Books 
