Books by Niall Ferguson
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English
review 1: This book is too short by half, but only because I wanted more. I like books that lead me to other books; this is usually as a part in a series. Occasionally I find a book like 'Degeneration' that leads me to other works through its sources. I have already ordered "the Mystery...
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English
review 1: Good book, well written in a manner where the author tells you a story.
review 2: By far the best source in understanding the history of finance and the ascent of capitalism.
review 2: By far the best source in understanding the history of finance and the ascent of capitalism.
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English
review 1: For an outsider like me, I found the book very interesting and flowing, independently whether you agree or not with his thesis.In particular I enjoyed 1) his comparison of North and South America colonization, whose differences have contributed to the actual welfare disparities: ...