David McWilliams

Author and economist David McWilliams is an Adjunct Professor of Global Economics at Trinity College Dublin. He writes a weekly column for The Irish Times, and his books include The History of Money.

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Cover of the book "The History of Money" by David McWilliams, shown beside the text "an excerpt from" on a light green background, with subtle Fibonacci-themed details adding a mathematical touch.

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