The Almighty Dollar

In this comprehensive history of the dollar, Brendan Greeley explores its origins and global influence over the past 500 years, revealing how it has become a symbol of American power while challenging the idea of U.S. sovereignty over it. Tracing the dollar's evolution from a silver commodity in the 15th century to its role in modern finance, the book uncovers the complex relationships between currencies, nations, and economic control. Through vivid stories spanning centuries, Greeley demonstrates that the dollar, though integral to America's rise, has always operated beyond the full control of any single country or ruler.