William Goetzmann: From Babylon to Bubbles — A 5,000-Year History of Finance | #632

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William Goetzmann explores 5,000 years of financial history, the evolution of corporations and bonds, and recurring patterns in market bubbles.

Financial History

William Goetzmann

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