The Monopolists
Obsession, Fury, and the Scandal Behind the World's Favorite Board Game
by:
Mary Pilon
in:
U.S. History
Summary:
The book reveals the hidden history of Monopoly, tracing its origins back to a woman named Lizzie Magie who created the game to illustrate the downsides of capitalism. It uncovers the corporate intrigue, personal vendettas, and legal battles that ensued as the game rose to global popularity, challenging the widely-held belief that Charles Darrow was its sole inventor.
Key points:
1. Lizzie Magie's "The Landlord's Game" from 1903 was the precursor to Monopoly, designed to show the downsides of land monopolies and promote Henry George's single tax theory.
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