Robin WigglesworthA Fabulous Debt (Paperback)

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Discover the fascinating history of the bond market and how it helped shape the modern world in this compelling bestseller by veteran Financial Times journalist Robin Wigglesworth.

Often overlooked as a dull corner of finance, bonds have played a powerful role in shaping economies, funding major historical events and driving human progress. From medieval Venice to modern Wall Street, Wigglesworth explores the people, ideas and financial innovations behind the global bond market, revealing how it has financed everything from the Crusades to modern technology.

Packed with fascinating stories, colourful characters and insightful analysis, this engaging read uncovers the influence of bonds on history, business and society, while offering a fresh perspective on the future of global finance.