The Euro is in crisis and the United States is burdened with a national debt which is spiralling out of control. All of this places the major paper or "fiat" currencies of the world at significant risk.

The role of the US dollar as a "reserve currency" is under threat. As a consequence, many central banks around the world have been quietly increasing their gold holdings as a hedge against the possible demise of the US dollar.

This book examines some of the key issues affecting world bullion markets. It also shows readers different ways to invest in gold. In addition, it will help them determine for themselves whether a gold bubble has already developed and is about to burst or whether investing in gold still offers an opportunity to hedge against possible chaos in world currency markets and make huge gains.