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The Global History of Financial Bubbles: A Comprehensive Guide

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Financial bubbles have been a recurring feature of economic history, leading to periods of rapid asset price inflation followed by sharp crashes. These bubbles have had profound impacts on economies and societies around the world, from the Tulip Mania of the 17th century to the Dot-com bubble of the 21st century.

Boom and Bust: A Global History of Financial Bubbles

by (John D.) J. D. Turner

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In this comprehensive guide, we explore the fascinating history of financial bubbles, examining their causes, consequences, and the lessons that can be learned from them.

Chapter 1: The Tulip Mania (1634-1637)

The Tulip Mania was one of the first recorded financial bubbles in history. It occurred in the Netherlands during the 17th century, when the prices of tulip bulbs soared to extraordinary heights. At the peak of the bubble, a single tulip bulb could be worth more than a house.

The causes of the Tulip Mania are complex, but they include a combination of factors such as speculation, greed, and a lack of regulation. The bubble eventually burst in 1637, leading to widespread financial losses.

Chapter 2: The South Sea Bubble (1720-1722)

The South Sea Bubble was another major financial bubble that occurred in England in the early 18th century. The bubble was centered around the South Sea Company, which was founded in 1711 to trade with the Spanish colonies in South America.

Shares in the South Sea Company soared in value as investors became caught up in a frenzy of speculation. However, the company's business was not as profitable as investors had hoped, and the bubble eventually burst in 1722.

The South Sea Bubble had a devastating impact on the British economy and led to the collapse of several banks and businesses.

Chapter 3: The Dot-com Bubble (1995-2001)

The Dot-com bubble was a financial bubble that occurred in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The bubble was centered around the internet and technology companies, which were seen as having the potential to revolutionize the world.

Shares in internet companies soared in value, and many investors became millionaires overnight. However, many of these companies were not profitable, and the bubble eventually burst in 2001.

The Dot-com bubble had a significant impact on the global economy and led to the loss of billions of dollars in investor wealth.

Chapter 4: The Bitcoin Bubble (2017-2018)

The Bitcoin bubble was a financial bubble that occurred in 2017 and 2018. The bubble was centered around the cryptocurrency Bitcoin, which soared in value from a few dollars in 2016 to almost $20,000 in 2017.

The causes of the Bitcoin bubble are complex, but they include a combination of factors such as speculation, greed, and a lack of regulation. The bubble eventually burst in 2018, leading to a sharp decline in the price of Bitcoin.

Chapter 5: Lessons from Financial Bubbles

Financial bubbles are a recurring feature of economic history, and they can have a profound impact on economies and societies. By studying the history of financial bubbles, we can learn valuable lessons about the causes, consequences, and

Boom and Bust: A Global History of Financial Bubbles

by (John D.) J. D. Turner

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