Connolly, Sean

An exploration of stock markets that discusses how they work, what influences them, computerized trading, and other related topics.

Explains the key role international trade plays in the global economy, describes how countries have traded with one another throughout history, discusses how international trade has developed, and examines possible challenges that might arise in the future.

Examines how international aid and loans impacts the global economy, discusses how richer, developed countries try to help poorer countries, explains why that help is beneficial to both the lender and borrower, and explores why some people oppose lending to other countries.

Examines the history and functions of insurance in the world's economy, and discusses its role in the 2007 credit crunch.

Explains the functions and history of world banking systems, their involvement with the 2007 credit crunch, and discusses safeguards and rescue plans.

Provides a detailed overview of the early history of American and Pacific peoples, including Native Americans, Maya, Aztecs, Inca, Aborigines, and the Maori, up to 1200 AD.

Describes the movement toward understanding the damage to Earth that human activity can cause and what needs to be done to safeguard our future.

Introduces the life and work of Vincent van Gogh, discussing his early years, life in Holland, London, Paris, and southern France, and development as a painter.