How did Einstein help create Eskom? Why can an Indonesian volcano explain the Great Trek? What do King Zwelithini and Charlemagne have in common? In Our Long Walk to Economic Freedom. Lessons from 100 000 years of history (2021) economic historian Johan Fourie, affiliated with the University of Stellenbosch, follows the history of the world economy from an African perspective. On Monday, 10th of October, Fourie will be in the Netherlands for one night only to discuss his surprising questions and unexpected connections with Jan Luiten van Zanden, economic historian and extraordinary professor at Stellenbosch University. The book will be available for sale at the venue for € 25,00.

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