Gold : the true story of why people search for it, mine it, trade it, steal it, mint it, hoard it, shape it, wear it, fight and kill for it / Milton Meltzer.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 153-155) and index.
Summary
Discusses the value of gold and how it has been sought after and used in countries around the world throughout history.
Contents
Passion for Gold -- Shekels, bezants, florins, ducats, and guineas -- Where it is and how to get at it -- Slaves and ants : miners of the ancient world -- African empires built on gold -- Discovery: golden age and brutal age -- Gold rush! -- If there is shooting here, there will be hanging here -- From Australia to South Africa -- Nightmare for Native peoples -- What's it worth? Many uses, many pleasures.