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A short history of probability

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The Exploitation of Probability: The Story of John Law

Learn about the fascinating story of John Law, a Scottish man who used probability to amass wealth, set up the first bank in France, and create paper money. Discover how his fortunes turned after a stock market crash and he became a gambler in Venice.

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