The Rise And Fall Of The Gold Standard

By Charles Morgan-Webb Sir

The Rise and Fall of the Gold Standard by Charles Morgan-Webb is a comprehensive historical account of the gold standard, a monetary system that was once used by many countries around the world. The book traces the origins of the gold standard and its development over time, as well as its eventual decline in the 20th century.Morgan-Webb begins by discussing the early history of money and the development of the gold standard in the 19th century. He then explores the impact of the gold standard on the global economy, including its role in the Great Depression and World War II. The book also delves into the controversies surrounding the gold standard, including debates over its effectiveness and the role of central banks in managing the system.Throughout the book, Morgan-Webb provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on the gold standard, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses. He also offers insights into the lessons that can be learned from the rise and fall of this once-dominant monetary system.Overall, The Rise and Fall of the Gold Standard is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of money and finance. It offers a detailed and insightful analysis of one of the most important and influential economic systems in history.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258008823
• ISBN13: 9781258008826
• Release Date: May 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"