Argues in favor of phasing out paper money to fight crime and tax evasion, and to battle financial crises by tapping the power of negative interest rates.

A lighthearted chronicle of the history of money covers topics ranging from currency forms and the relationship between money and writing to the way taxes work and the practices of modern banking systems.

"The international monetary system has collapsed three times in the past hundred years, in 1914, 1939, and 1971. Each collapse was followed by a period of tumult: war, civil unrest, or significant damage to the stability of the global economy. Now James Rickards, the acclaimed author of Currency Wars, shows why another collapse is rapidly approaching--and why this time, nothing less than the institution of money itself is at risk. The American dollar...

Offers a concise, illustrated guide to money and world finance that uses simple explanations to illuminate complex subjects.

While seeking to prove his Ferrari's authenticity and expose the real identity of the buyer, freelance private spy Simon Riske crosses paths with Anna Bildt, who, looking into her father's murder, discovers that they have a common enemy as they are forced to play a deadly game.

How much is a penny worth? How much are ten pennies worth? Beginning readers will enjoy learning financial literacy with this brightly illustrated book! Featuring vivid images and easy-to-read text, this full-color book develops students' math and reading skills and introduces them to early STEM themes. The Math Talk section includes questions that will increase understanding of basic math and reading concepts and develop students' speaking and listening...

Explores the many aspects of money, including shopping, credit, and charity, and educates readers about personal finance. Uses anecdotes, comics, and everyday connections to help young readers see and understand cash from the history of different currencies to why we buy what we buy, how charities and credit cards work, saving and investing, and more.

Understanding the value of money makes good financial "cents!" Students will learn financial literacy through real-world examples including creating a budget, analyzing family finances, determining value, and saving for a large purchase. This Spanish math reader integrates math and literacy skills, combining informational text, problem-solving, and real-world connections to help students explore mathematics in a meaningful way. The DOK-leveled Math...

It can be easy to spend and harder to save when it comes to money. But making smart money choices is an important part of learning about money. Develop early money management skills and learn how to make smart money choices. Bright photos and child-friendly examples make it fun to build financial literacy Glossary of key words Index Table of contents We need money to buy everything from wants to needs. But what does it take to earn money, and how...