Money And Civilization

Money and Civilization: Or A History of the Monetary Laws and Systems of Various States since the Dark Ages, and Their Influence upon Civilization is a book written by Alexander Del Mar in 1886. This book provides a comprehensive and detailed history of the monetary laws and systems of various states since the Dark Ages, and their influence on civilization.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the history of money and currency from the Dark Ages to the present day. It discusses the development of money and currency, the different types of currency used throughout history, and the various monetary systems that have been implemented by different states.The second part of the book focuses on the influence of monetary laws and systems on civilization. It examines how the monetary systems of different states have affected their economic development, political stability, and social structure. It also explores the impact of monetary policies on international relations, trade, and commerce.Throughout the book, Del Mar provides detailed analysis and commentary on the various monetary laws and systems that have been implemented throughout history. He draws on a wide range of sources, including historical records, economic data, and political analysis, to provide a comprehensive overview of the subject.Money and Civilization is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of money and currency, as well as the role of monetary systems in shaping civilization. It remains an important work in the field of economic history and is still widely studied and referenced today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.