The book progresses chronologically, starting with pre-agricultural societies and moving through early civilizations to illustrate the prevalence and adaptations of bartering. It investigates the limitations of barter, such as the difficulty in valuing goods, which ultimately propelled the transition to monetary systems.
By drawing on archaeological findings and ancient texts, the book reveals how bartering served as a crucial precursor to modern financial systems, influencing contemporary practices like trade credits. Recognizing these early economic systems demonstrates that money is not arbitrary, but a logical solution to the constraints inherent in a barter economy.
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