Money and Civilization: Or A History of the Monetary Laws and Systems of Various States Since the Dark Ages, and Their Influence Upon Civilization is a comprehensive historical account of the development of monetary laws and systems in various states since the Dark Ages. The book, written by Alexander Del Mar and published in 1886, explores the evolution of money and its impact on civilization.Del Mar examines the monetary systems of various states, including Greece, Rome, China, and Europe, tracing the development of coinage and the use of precious metals as currency. He also discusses the influence of monetary policies on economic and social systems, exploring the impact of inflation, deflation, and other economic factors on society.The book provides a detailed analysis of the history of money and its role in shaping civilization, from the rise of mercantilism in the 16th century to the emergence of modern banking systems in the 19th century. Del Mar also discusses the impact of monetary policies on political systems, examining the role of money in the rise and fall of empires and nations.Overall, Money and Civilization is a seminal work in the field of monetary history, providing a thorough and insightful analysis of the development of monetary systems and their influence on civilization. It remains an important resource for scholars and students of economics, history, and political science.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.