The days of the moneylender have arrived, and the days of the swaggering privateer; banker sits down with banker, and kings are their waiting boys.
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In "Bring Up the Bodies," Hilary Mantel illustrates a shift in power dynamics, where financial institutions and moneylenders hold significant influence over the political landscape. The imagery of bankers collaborating reflects a new era of economic dominance, where traditional rulers and kings are relegated to subservient roles, acting as juniors to the elite finance sector. This shift underscores the growing importance of wealth over noble titles in shaping authority.
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