"Seventeen Talks on the Banking Question" is a collection of dialogues between Uncle Sam and various representatives of society, discussing the role of banks in American society. Charles N. Fowler provides a comprehensive overview of the banking system and its impact on the economy, with each chapter tackling a different aspect of the topic. The work offers insight into the debates and concerns surrounding banking during the late 19th century, and its relevance remains relevant to current discussions about finance and the economy.