Biography of the dollar how the mighty buck conquered the world and why it's under siege
Examines the green-back's history, allure, and unique role as a catalyst for globalization, and how the American buck became so almighty that $ became perhaps the most powerful symbol on earth. But will the buck be eclipsed by the euro or even China's renminbi? Should Americans worry when the value...
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Crown Business,
c2008.
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| Edition: | 1st ed. |
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| Summary: | Examines the green-back's history, allure, and unique role as a catalyst for globalization, and how the American buck became so almighty that $ became perhaps the most powerful symbol on earth. But will the buck be eclipsed by the euro or even China's renminbi? Should Americans worry when the value of the mighty U.S. dollar sinks to par with the Canadian "loonie"?--From publisher's description. |
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| Physical Description: | 263 p. ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references (p. [249]-251) and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780307339867 0307339866 |
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