Ereira, Alan
Gold: How It Shaped History
- ISBN 13:
- 9781036115333
- author:
- Ereira, Alan
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Pen and Sword History
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 496
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 15.5 x 5.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Nature, Natural Resources,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Gold has been a driving force behind human history, shaping civilizations and societies in profound ways. This narrative explores gold's role beyond its value as wealth and art, revealing its impact on wars, revolutions, empires, and the transformation of societies. From its early appearance in the Black Sea region to its current global significance, gold has been regarded as a symbol of value and power. The steady increase in gold extraction over 6,500 years has led to a significant accumulation of wealth, yet its price continues to rise despite the doubling of its quantity. What role does gold play in our desire for it? This book offers a new perspective on the history of civilization, informed by recent discoveries and a South American indigenous viewpoint. Gold's influence extends far beyond its use as coinage, treasure, and adornment, driving human activity and shaping the course of history.
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