"Monopolies and the People" by Charles Whiting Baker is a study of the effects of monopolies on the economy and society. The author examines the causes and consequences of monopolistic structures in various industries. The book reveals how monopolies affect price policy, competition, consumers and, in general, the country's economic development. Readers are given the opportunity to better understand the problems associated with the concentration of power in the hands of large corporations and their impact on the lives of ordinary people. Monopolies and People is an important book for anyone interested in economics, politics, and social relations.