The Landlord’s Game
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The Origins of Monopoly
This chapter explores the history of Monopoly, starting with Henry George's single tax theory and Lizzie McGee's board game, The Landlord Game. It discusses how Monopoly was created by modifying The Landlord's Game and how it became a huge success despite the concept being stolen. The chapter also highlights the incorrect way most people play Monopoly and discusses its cultural meaning and appeal.
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