 | This historical analysis recounts the progression of Wall Street from a 12-foot stockade in the mid-1600s to a principal force in 20th-century global economics. The author describes the financial district's major players, the socioeconomic climate,... |
 | This historical analysis recounts the progression of Wall Street from a 12-foot stockade in the mid-1600s to a principal force in 20th-century global economics. The author describes the financial district's major players, the socioeconomic climate,... |
 | A history of the national debt, written by a prominent financial journalist and broadcaster. Gordon describes how Alexander Hamilton foresaw the national debt as a source of political stability, insofar as it provided a financial incentive for the... |
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 | These 47 pieces on history and business in America look at interesting aspects of American life--such as Graham crackers, the sewing machine, and the building of the World Trade Center. |
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| Includes seven short stories by a Sufi mystic meant to teach children lessons about good behavior and respect for others. |
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