The Ascent of Money by Niall Ferguson.

Originally a TV documentary based in his book, but called The Ascent of Money: Boom and Bust. Shown at the end of 2008 on Channel 4 in the UK.

Great timing, just before the now infamous newspaper headline.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSP9UbXmBuqq2VIdj2JhYgjlYVWrWC2or