Wall Street has been many things in its day. It began as the northern defensive perimeter of a wilderness trading post, at a time when money was limited to gold and silver, and wealth was enjoyed by few. Today, it is a metaphor for the global financial market, as wealth has spread far and wide. Yet Wall Street itself continues to grow and evolve as the world's center of financial power. This book covers 350 years of history, exploring how Wall Street, money, and wealth reached today's extraordinary high, while seeking answers to Adam Smith's question about the purpose of all the "toil and bustle."
John Steele Gordon Books
John Steele Gordon is an American writer specializing in the history of business and finance. His work delves into the intricate world of commerce and economics, offering readers a unique perspective on the forces shaping our financial landscape. Gordon's prose brings historical events to life, making complex financial topics accessible and engaging for a broad audience.
In a stirring narrative that mirrors the remarkable trajectory of America's history up to the Internet era and beyond, Gordon captures as never before the true source of the nation's global triumph.