There is no quick fix, indeed. International finance is secondary to what the OP is requesting though. I think a history of banking, and the events that led to

There is no quick fix, indeed. International finance is secondary to what the OP is requesting though. I think a history of banking, and the events that led to the current regulatory framework, would be suitable. Can’t think of a good book though (except the Bankers’ New Clothes I recommended below).