Graeber, David

Debt, 10th Anniversary Edition: The First 5,000 Years, Updated and Expanded

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ISBN 13:: 9781612199337
author:: Graeber, David
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Melville House Publishing
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 576
Dimensions:: 23.5 x 16 centimeters (0.39 kg)
Genre:: History, World History, Business,
Condition:: New
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Debt: The First 5,000 Years, Updated and Expanded by David Graeber presents a groundbreaking challenge to conventional wisdom on the origins of money. For over 5,000 years, humans have used complex credit systems to facilitate trade, long before the invention of coins or cash. This fascinating history reveals a society divided into debtors and creditors, with arguments about debt and debt forgiveness at the heart of political debates and social unrest. Graeber's work shows that the language of law and religion, including words like "guilt," "sin," and "redemption," has its roots in ancient debates about debt. This little-known history has shaped our understanding of right and wrong, and its impact can still be felt today. By exploring the evolution of debt and its role in human history, Graeber offers a fresh perspective on the nature of economics and society. This updated and expanded edition includes a new introduction by Thomas Piketty, adding depth and context to Graeber's original arguments. With its unique blend of anthropology, history, and economics, Debt: The First 5,000 Years is a compelling chronicle of human history and its ongoing relevance to our economic future.

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