Irwin Unger
Irwin Unger was a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian known for his works on American economic and social history. He authored several influential books and was a respected professor.
Books
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1. The Greenback Era
A Social and Political History of American Finance, 1865-1879
"The Greenback Era" is a comprehensive exploration of the post-Civil War economic and political turmoil in the United States, focusing on the era's monetary policy debates. The book delves into the Greenback movement, which advocated for the continued use of paper money not backed by gold or silver to help debtors, and the subsequent economic and political consequences. The narrative provides valuable insights into the complexities of American capitalism, the intersection of politics and economics, and the struggle between different socio-economic classes.
The 11595th Greatest Book of All Time
