Currency

In "The Baroque Cycle," Daniel Waterhouse becomes entangled in a long-standing, shadowy conflict between Isaac Newton, the brilliant Master of the Mint and secret alchemist, and his formidable adversary, Jack Shaftoe, a notorious counterfeiter. As Jack sets his sights on a bold assault to undermine Britain's fledgling monetary system, the stakes escalate dramatically. Neal Stephenson's award-winning series intricately weaves together history, adventure, science, and alchemy, featuring a remarkable cast of historical figures and imaginative characters in a sweeping narrative. The complete and unabridged audiobook includes an exclusive introduction read by the author.