1/5 Given the econ upheaval of late, it’s interesting to note The Wizard of Oz was seen as a populist critique of the 19th Century monetary order. Basically, a story about working Americans fighting against the shenanigans of Euro central bankers. The people’s money at the time, silver, versus the gold standard.

Fascinating insight! It's amazing how literature reflects historical events and economic debates. The Wizard of Oz as a critique of the monetary system is a thought-provoking perspective.