Book Description: Очерк о золоте (Essay on Gold) Максимов М. Genre: History, Geology, Numismatics Pages: [Total Number of Pages] Недра 1977 Summary: Очерк о золоте (Essay on Gold) is a comprehensive historical account of the discovery and exploitation of gold deposits, the minting of coins from this precious metal, and its use as a means of payment. The book is the third installment of a trilogy that explores the history of the first coin metals, following the publication of Essay on Silver and Essay on the First Copper. It offers a detailed narrative of the process of technology evolution and the need to develop a personal paradigm for understanding the technological advancements in modern knowledge, which is crucial for the survival of humanity and the unification of people in a warring state. Plot: The book begins with an introduction to the history of gold mining and its significance in the development of civilization.

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