In a crowded courtroom in Mississippi, a jury returns a shocking verdict against a chemical company accused of dumping toxic waste into a small town's water supply, causing the worst "cancer cluster" in history, in this powerful, timely, and shocking story of political and legal intrigue.
"Fortune" editor Justin Fox captures the battle of ideas raging among the world's most prominent economists and investment gurus in a book that weaves compelling financial history and an essential investing text.
In this superb and shocking narrative, Cohan chronicles the fall of Bear Stearns and the end of the Second Gilded Age on Wall Street. Cohan's minute-by-minute account of 10 days in March 2008, tells a chilling cautionary tale about greed, arrogance, and stupidity in the financial world, and the consequences for all of us.
In the most candid look at Wall Street since "Liar's Poker, " the ubiquitous cofounder of TheStreet.com takes readers on a no-holds-barred tour of his life on the Street--revealing how the game is played, who breaks the rules, and who gets hurt.
The "New York Times" bestselling author of "Numbered Account" delivers a novel of unique power and a blend of action and intrigue in this thriller that links his trademark "high-concept espionage" with an ingenious historical conspiracy.
Part cautionary tale and part insider exclusive, this frank examination of power, greed, and unbridled hedonism takes readers on a frenetic ride through one of the most outrageous investment scandals in recent history, in a story that is both shocking and hilarious.
With more of the eye-opening tales and staccato wit that made "The Wolf of Wall Street" a bestseller, Belfort returns with the story of his five years as a government informant and witness.
After surviving attempts on his life and malicious competition, Christian Gillette (from "The Chairman") becomes head of New York's most successful private equity firm. However, when his success suddenly starts crumbling--at what may be the hands of his protg--Gillette will have to face tough facts and tough choices.
"Capital Ideas" traces the origins of modern Wall Street, from the pioneering work of early scholars and the development of new theories in risk, valuation, and investment returns, to the actual implementation of these theories in the real world of investment management. Bernstein brings to life a variety of brilliant academics who have ...
In this amazingly timely story about what the wealthy do when Wall Street lays an egg, the author of "Gilding Lily" once again delivers a witty and insightful treatment of today's woman, as she explores the sacrifices they make, the bargains they strike, the rules they follow, and what happens when it all starts to fall apart. Who could have ...
Set in the precarious and seductive world of high finance, Scott Lasser's novel is about a young family man who looks at what he has (which includes a pile of debts), decides it's not enough, and goes for more by moving to New York and going to work on Wall Street--and the consequences of his actions.
From "New York Times" bestselling author Stephen Frey comes an explosive new novel of financial suspense featuring Christian Gillette ("The Protg"). Christian plans to open a new casino in Las Vegas and launch an NFL franchise. But the mob makes it clear that Christian will have to pay to play.
This stylish and hilarious novel about the lives and loves of well-to-do young Manhattanites beginning their first year on Wall Street is destined to become one of the year's most buzzed-about debuts.
This book offers an intriguing look at how technology is changing financial markets, from an innovator on the frontlines of this revolution. "Nerds on Wall Street" tells the tale of the ongoing technological transformation of the world's financial markets. The impact of technology on investing is profound, and author David Leinweber provides ...
A cautionary tale for what lies ahead, "Bull!" is an unsentimental history of the bull market that drew more Americans into the risky world of stocks than ever before.
A beautifully produced coffee-table book that is also solid history by a renowned financial expert, Charles R. Geisst's "100 Years of Wall Street" is a story of amazing excess: outlandish as well as brilliant financial players, dizzying swings in the country's fortunes, great triumphs followed by breathtaking disasters, and periods of sober ...
AFTER THE BALL examines the early-20th-century investigation of Equitable Life Assurance Society for some questionable expenses by its management, for which James Hyde, the company's young majority shareholder, took the rap. Beard examines how this company found itself steeped in scandal after one of Hyde's costume parties drew the ire of the ...
Brazilian-born Gil is trying to find the American Dream. In the meantime, he polishes the shoes of the super-rich and powerful on Wall Street - high rolling traders as uninhibited as they are ruthless. Gil sees things as few other people do - from the ground up! - and his perspective on the day-to-day insanity of the trading floor is priceless. ...
This is a streetwise MBA that offers you a degree in success. Whether you're a novice or an experienced professional, "The Wall Street MBA" explains the underpinnings of financial valuation, financial analysis, and corporate accounting and describes how each drives corporate America and Wall Street. Peppered with true stories and amusing anecdotes ...
"I am going to initiate coverage on this book: BUY! The title perfectly encompasses the theme of the book. Stephen McClellan, a Wall Street analyst for 32 years, highlights common practices of research analysts and what they mean for individual investors. This is a quick read, filled with anecdotes from Stephen's long career and his sound ...
"Wall Street Meat" chronicles the twisted world of Wall Street analysts and bankers. The author worked with now notorious analysts Jack Grubman and Mary Meeker, did deals with uber-banker Frank Quattrone and befriended Internet analyst Henry Blodget. Many firsthand fun stories enlighten readers to how Wall Street works and what went wrong.
This insider's account of life at a hedge fund is written by a former employee of Cramer & Co., a firm that manages billions for its prestigious clients. Maier evokes the thrill of this high pressure, high stakes world, and the toll it takes on those who work there. His portrayal of the firm's leader, Jim Cramer, shows his brilliant side as well ...
Wall Street: no other place on earth is so singularly identified with money and the power of money. And no other American institution has inspired such deep moral, cultural, and political ambivalence. Is the Street an unbreachable bulwark defending commercial order? Or is it a centre of mad ambition? This book recounts the colourful history of ...
CNBC anchor Insana examines the ups and downs of the investment market, offering several strategies to help investors cash in on these wild swings. Historical trends and booms covered in the book include what made the 1920s roar, what spiked gold and oil in the 1970s and '80s, and what burst Japan's bubble in the 1990s.
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The Innocent Man: Murder and Injustice in a Small Town
