The book "Central Banks in Different Ages" takes us on a historical and analytical journey that explores the evolution of the concept of central banks from its earliest roots in ancient civilizations to its contemporary form as financial institutions that control countries' monetary and economic policies. The author, Zakaria Mahran, concisely and clearly presents the most prominent international models, such as the Bank of England, the Bank of France, Germany, Russia, and the United States, explaining their role in financial stability and the regulation of currency and credit. He also sheds light on early Egyptian experiences, from the reign of Muhammad Ali Pasha in attempts to establish a national central bank, to the historic project to transform the National Bank of Egypt into a central bank, and the subsequent developments that laid the foundations for Egyptian monetary policy. The book concludes by outlining the circumstances that led to the establishment of global financial institutions such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development. This intellectual work combines economic history and critical analysis, providing the reader with a comprehensive picture of the vital role central banks have played in guiding the global and local economy throughout the ages.

زكريا مهران (1920–1980م) أديب وصحفي مصري. كتب في النقد الأدبي والمسرح. نشر مقالات في الصحف المصرية الكبرى. وأسهم في إثراء الحركة الأدبية المعاصرة.