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The History of Money

9 min read 11 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

Money isn't a thing—it's a shared fiction. This book traces its evolution from Lydian coins to Bitcoin, revealing how trust, power, and imagination shape our economy.

You’ll learn

  • Money is a story we all agree to believe
  • How trust built and broke empires
  • The hidden power of central banks
  • Why digital money challenges the state