{"title":"Arnaud Orain","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Arnaud Orain collection, where the profound insights of a distinguished historian await you. Arnaud Orain is renowned for his scholarly works that delve into the intricate tapestry of history, offering readers a chance to explore the complex interplay between society, politics, and utopian thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Politics of Utopia\u003c\/em\u003e. In this thought-provoking book, Orain examines the historical roots and impact of utopian ideas within political contexts. With meticulous research and engaging narrative, he takes readers on a journey through the aspirations and challenges faced by societies striving for an ideal world. This book is ideal for anyone with a keen interest in understanding how visions of a better future have shaped historical movements and ideologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a history enthusiast, a student, or simply curious about the forces that have shaped our world, Arnaud Orain's works offer a captivating and enlightening perspective. Dive into this collection and discover the compelling exploration of ideas that continue to influence our present and future.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-politics-of-utopia-by-arnaud-orain-9780226825359","title":"The Politics of Utopia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA fascinating retelling of the first banking and financial collapse in eighteenth-century France.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scottish economist John Law has been described as the architect of modern central banking. His \"System,\" established in Regency France between 1716 and 1720, saw the founding of a bank issuing paper money and the establishment of state commercial and colonial enterprises aimed at consolidating public debt. What at first seemed like financial wizardry, however, resulted in rampant speculation and, ultimately, economic collapse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Politics of Utopia\u003c\/em\u003e, historian Arnaud Orain offers a provocative rereading of this well-known episode. Starting his story in the seventeenth century, Orain reconstructs the figures and ideas, long predating Law, that anticipated and laid the groundwork for the System, which, he argues, is best understood as a failed social utopia aimed at the total transformation of society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOverturning familiar narratives of this seismic event, this book rewrites a stunning chapter in economic history by dealing with the cultural, colonial, religious, and political dimensions of the (in)famous System up to the French Revolution, revealing new lessons for today's fraught financial landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000807407852,"sku":"9780226825359","price":85.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20481873482268.jpg?v=1763306411"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/arnaud-orain.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}