Money - The Shaper of Civilisation
About this audiobook
Money - The Shaper of Civilisation traces the extraordinary journey of money from primitive barter to digital cryptocurrencies, showing how currency has always been more than just a medium of exchange - it is a force that shapes societies, fuels wars, drives innovation, and redefines power.
Beginning with shells and stones as early tokens of trust, the book explores the rise of gold and silver as universal standards, the revolution of paper banking, and the global upheavals caused by inflation and debt. It then moves into the digital era, uncovering how Bitcoin, blockchain, and emerging crypto assets challenge traditional financial systems while raising urgent questions about power, freedom, and control.
Clear, compelling, and deeply relevant, this book offers a sweeping narrative of how money has not only reflected civilisation but actively shaped its destiny - and how its future may change the very fabric of human society.
About the author
Ylia Callan is a writer and independent researcher whose work explores the intersections of history, culture, and human innovation. With a passion for connecting past patterns to future possibilities, Callan writes in an accessible yet thought-provoking style that bridges scholarship with storytelling. His books combine historical depth with insights into technology, philosophy, and society, making complex ideas engaging for a wide audience.
