In this fascinating book, John Taylor provides an in-depth analysis of the nature and function of currency in the modern world. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of economics and finance, Taylor presents a clear and concise explanation of the principles of currency, exploring its history, development, and future prospects. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the workings of the global economy. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.