Ever Felt Lost in History?
In 1792, Wall Street was a cacophony of traders, paperwork, and whispers of speculative bubbles. In 1973, oil prices became a tug-of-war between Middle-Eastern countries and the USA. The 1980s saw Latin America drowning in a sea of debt, with every borrowed dime echoing in the lives of its citizens. These events played a huge role in shaping our global economy, but the maze of numbers and negotiations can be daunting and often too tricky for the average person to grasp.
Enter FinToons.
In today’s digital age, where information is often consumed through images and short passages, FinToons emerges as an ideal platform—a breath of fresh air—offering both educational and entertaining insights into global financial crises. But, what exactly is FinToons?
FinToons is the combination of the words “finance” and “cartoon” forming, well, FinToons. Creative right? Tapping into the power of engaging visuals and compelling narratives, FinToons retells historical financial events in the form of short 10–12 page digital graphic stories, making them more digestible and relatable for readers, especially the younger generation. Imagine revisiting the Wall Street Crash of 1929, not through complex economic jargon, but through dialogues, characters, and relatable situations.
As an enthusiastic economics-finance highschool student myself, I quickly realized the complexities of such significant events in my economics classes. As I revised for my economics exams and searched for real-world examples to use in my IB papers, I found that historical financial events were often the best illustrations of key economic concepts such as demand-side policies and methods of government intervention. However, my friends often struggled with finding such examples, which are typically overlooked due to their complexity. Consequently, I wanted to put forward an enjoyable, creative solution to bridge knowledge gaps. So while keeping it engaging, you will find new terms and links prompted to gain a more academic understanding of certain scenarios as well. Striking the right balance between engagement and education is my priority. Rest assured, my fintoons offer accurate portrayals of real-life events, presented in an effortlessly compelling manner.
On the FinToons website I have designed, you’ll find 7 e-books I’ve curated, each shedding light on a distinct historical event. Whether you prefer downloading a PDF version or browsing an online flipbook, the choice is yours. Spanning from the 17th to the 20th centuries, my collection is ever-growing, aiming to cover even more events, create more Fintoons, and above all, captivate and inform.
On the homepage, you’ll find interesting quotes and interesting articles themed around technology, finance, and business that I refresh from time to time. So, if by some miracle the fintoons don’t hold your attention, there’s always some fun reads waiting just a click away 😊
In each fintoon, you’ll discover vibrant visuals paired with clear, captivating narratives. And for those itching to dive deeper, each book wraps up with a Still Curious? segment. Just give that easy-peasy link a tap, and you’ll be led to a comprehensive, more technical breakdown of each event.
So, whether you’re a curious student, an economic enthusiast, or someone looking for an engaging read, FinToons promises a roller-coaster ride through financial history, designed not only to entertain but also to bridge your knowledge gaps.
Visit FinToons and discover the financial tales of yesteryears like never before. Dive deep, learn, and, most importantly, enjoy the ride!
