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Billion Dollar Whale
Tom Wright
Investigates the 1MDB scandal involving Jho Low, exposing one of the largest financial frauds in history and its impact on global finance.
Economics in One Lesson
Henry Hazlitt
Simplifies economic principles, explaining how economic policies affect society, and advocating for free-market solutions.
Barbarians at the Gate
Bryan Burrough
The inside story of the leveraged buyout of RJR Nabisco, highlighting the excesses of 1980s corporate finance.
Security Analysis
Benjamin Graham
A foundational text on value investing, analyzing the principles and methods to evaluate securities.
Too Big to Fail
Andrew Ross Sorkin
An inside account of the 2008 financial crisis, exploring how major institutions navigated the collapse.
The Big Short
Michael Lewis
A narrative on the 2008 financial crisis from the perspective of investors who foresaw the housing bubble burst.
When Genius Failed
Roger Lowenstein
Recounts the rise and fall of Long-Term Capital Management, a hedge fund that nearly collapsed global finance.
The Most Important Thing
Howard Marks
Offers insights on investment strategies, risk management, and market cycles from a seasoned investor’s perspective.
Digital Gold
Nathaniel Popper
Chronicles the rise of Bitcoin, focusing on its early adopters and the economic implications of cryptocurrency.
Liar's Poker
Michael Lewis
A memoir about Wall Street during the 1980s, providing a critical look at the culture of investment banking.
Reminiscences of a Stock Operator
Edwin Lefevre
A fictionalized account of the life of Jesse Livermore, a legendary stock trader, providing insights into the world of speculation.
Against the Gods
Peter L. Bernstein
Examines the history of risk and its impact on economic development, exploring how risk management has shaped modern society.
The House of Morgan
Ron Chernow
Chronicles the history of the Morgan banking dynasty and its influence on global finance.
The Dao of Capital
Mark Spitznagel
Combines Austrian economics with Daoist philosophy, offering a unique perspective on investing and risk.
The Little Book of Common Sense Investing
John C. Bogle
A guide to low-cost index fund investing, advocating for a long-term, passive investment approach.
The Bitcoin Standard
Saifedean Ammous
Discusses the economic theory behind Bitcoin, exploring its potential as a global currency.
Market Wizards
Jack D. Schwager
Interviews with top traders, sharing insights into their strategies, risk management, and approaches to success in financial markets.
The Warren Buffett Way
Robert G. Hagstrom
Analyzes Warren Buffett’s investment philosophy and strategies, providing insights into his approach to value investing.
The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money
John Maynard Keynes
A foundational text in macroeconomics, introducing concepts like government intervention to stabilize the economy.
The Aspirational Investor
Ashvin B. Chhabra
A guide to wealth management that encourages investors to focus on personal goals rather than market performance.
More Money Than God
Sebastian Mallaby
A history of hedge funds, exploring the personalities, strategies, and controversies within the industry.
The Hour Between Dog and Wolf
John Coates
Examines how the body's physiological responses impact decision-making in high-stress financial environments.
The Most Important Thing Illuminated
Howard Marks
Provides insights into investment strategy, emphasizing risk management, discipline, and value investing.
Trading Bases
Joe Peta
A former Wall Street trader combines statistical analysis with sports betting, recounting his experiences in both fields.
The Alchemy of Finance
George Soros
Soros’s insights into global finance and market dynamics, based on his experience as an influential investor.
Where Are the Customers' Yachts?
Fred Schwed
A satirical look at Wall Street, examining how financial advisors often prioritize their own gains over their clients'.
The Great Crash 1929
John Kenneth Galbraith
A historical analysis of the events leading up to the 1929 stock market crash, examining its causes and consequences.
One Up On Wall Street
Peter Lynch
A guide to investment strategy from a successful stock investor, focusing on finding undervalued companies.
Buffett
Roger Lowenstein
A biography of Warren Buffett, detailing his life, investment strategies, and rise to wealth.
Black Edge
Sheelah Kolhatkar
Investigates insider trading on Wall Street, focusing on the case against billionaire Steven Cohen’s hedge fund.
The Only Game in Town
Mohamed A. El-Erian
Discusses economic challenges post-financial crisis, focusing on the role of central banks in global stability.
Bitcoin & Black America
Isaiah Jackson
Examines the intersection of cryptocurrency and the African-American community, discussing economic empowerment.
Valuation
McKinsey & Company Inc.
A comprehensive guide to corporate valuation, focusing on financial analysis and decision-making.
Mastering the Market Cycle
Howard Marks
A guide to understanding economic cycles and making investment decisions based on cyclical trends.
A Piece of the Action
Joe Nocera
Examines the rise of consumer finance in America, analyzing how banks and credit have shaped the economy.
What It Takes
Stephen A. Schwarzman
Memoir of the co-founder of Blackstone, detailing his business insights and journey in private equity.
The Deficit Myth
Stephanie Kelton
Argues for Modern Monetary Theory, challenging misconceptions about government debt and economic policy.
The Little Bitcoin Book
Bitcoin Collective
An accessible guide to Bitcoin, explaining its origins, potential, and implications for the global economy.
Bull!
Maggie Mahar
A history of the 1982-2000 stock market bull run, analyzing factors that contributed to the boom and its eventual end.
How to Get Rich
Felix Dennis
A candid guide to wealth-building from a successful entrepreneur, focusing on mindset and strategy.
Supermoney
Adam Smith
A look at the financial world of the 1960s and 70s, analyzing investment trends and the psychology of Wall Street.
The New Market Wizards
Jack D. Schwager
Interviews with successful traders, sharing strategies, risk management, and insights on the financial markets.
The Man Who Solved the Market
Gregory Zuckerman
Story of Jim Simons and the rise of quantitative investing.
Found Money
Steve Wilkinghoff
Techniques for identifying and unlocking hidden value in a business.
Accounting for the Numberphobic
Dawn Fotopulos
A straightforward guide to understanding financial statements and accounting.
How to Read a Financial Report
Tage C. Tracy
A guide to understanding financial statements and reports for better decision-making.
Visual Finance
Georgi Tsvetanov
Explores using visual storytelling to enhance financial communication.
The Opposite of Spoiled
Ron Lieber
A parenting guide on teaching children values related to money, including generosity and patience.
Warren Buffett's Ground Rules
Jeremy C. Miller
Analyzes Warren Buffett’s investment principles, providing insights from his early partnership letters.
The Spider Network
David Enrich
Chronicles the story of the LIBOR scandal, detailing the manipulation of interest rates by financial traders.
Dark Towers
David Enrich
Investigates the scandal and controversy surrounding Deutsche Bank, detailing its connections to financial crises.
The Infinite Machine
Camila Russo
Chronicles the development of Ethereum, exploring the rise of cryptocurrency and its impact on finance.
Stock Market Wizards
Jack D. Schwager
Interviews with successful stock traders, offering insights into investment strategies and market psychology.
The Treasury Bond Basis
Galen Burghardt
A technical guide to the U.S. Treasury bond market, covering bond pricing, trading, and futures.
One Hundred One Years on Wall Street
John Dennis Brown
A historical look at Wall Street, detailing significant events, trends, and market transformations.
A Short History of Financial Euphoria
John Kenneth Galbraith
Analyzes financial bubbles throughout history, exploring the psychology behind speculative excesses.
The House of Rothschild, Vol 1
Niall Ferguson
Chronicles the early history of the Rothschild banking dynasty, exploring its influence on finance and politics.
Fiasco
Frank Partnoy
Analyzes the high-risk world of financial derivatives and the events leading up to financial crises.
Other People's Money
Charles V. Bagli
Investigates the financial and real estate dealings behind the 2008 financial crisis, with a focus on New York City.
The Ascent of Money
Niall Ferguson
A history of finance and money, tracing the development of financial systems and their impact on society.
Charlie Munger
Tren Griffin
A biography and exploration of the investment philosophy of Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett's business partner.
The Economics of Microfinance
Beatriz Armend√°riz
A comprehensive study of microfinance, discussing its role in poverty reduction and economic development.
Biography of the Dollar
Craig Karmin
Explores the history and influence of the U.S. dollar in global finance, examining its role in the economy.
In FED We Trust
David Wessel
Analyzes the role of the Federal Reserve during the 2008 financial crisis, focusing on Chairman Ben Bernanke's decisions.
King of Capital
David Carey
Chronicles the rise of Steve Schwarzman and Blackstone, exploring the world of private equity and high finance.
How to Buy Stocks
Louis C. Engel
A beginner’s guide to investing in the stock market, offering practical advice on choosing and buying stocks.
Take on the Street
Arthur Levitt
A guide to navigating the stock market, with insights into corporate finance and protecting individual investors.
The Money Game
Adam Smith
A humorous yet insightful exploration of Wall Street culture and investing, examining the psychology of markets.
The Smartest Investment Book You'll Ever Read
Daniel R. Solin
A guide to simple, effective investment strategies, advocating for low-cost, diversified portfolios.
Paper Money
Adam Smith
A novel examining financial corruption and manipulation within the British economic system.
End the Fed
Ron Paul
A critique of the Federal Reserve, advocating for a return to sound money and fiscal responsibility.
The Professor, the Banker, and the Suicide King
Michael Craig
Chronicles a high-stakes poker game between billionaire banker Andy Beal and top poker players.
Paths to Wealth Through Common Stocks
Philip A. Fisher
Investment guide offering strategies on building wealth through common stocks.
Fooling Some of the People All of the Time
David Einhorn
A memoir about Einhorn’s battle with Allied Capital, highlighting issues of corporate fraud and short selling.
Thou Shall Prosper
Rabbi Daniel Lapin
A guide on achieving financial success, blending Jewish principles with modern financial wisdom.
The Little Book That Still Beats the Market
Joel Greenblatt
Investment strategies based on value investing, providing a simple approach to beating the market.
The Blank Swan
Elie Ayache
Examines the impact of randomness and unpredictability on the financial markets.
No Bull
Michael Steinhardt
A memoir by investor Michael Steinhardt, detailing his career in finance and lessons learned.
Once in Golconda
John Brooks
A history of Wall Street in the 1920s and 1930s, focusing on the financial scandals that shaped the market.
Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits
Philip A. Fisher
Investment advice focusing on long-term value stocks, emphasizing thorough research and analysis.
Trader Vic
Victor Sperandeo
A guide to trading and investing, drawing on Sperandeo’s experience in finance.
Capital Ideas
Peter L. Bernstein
Explores the development of modern finance theories, from classic investment principles to contemporary insights.
A History of the Theory of Investments
Mark Rubinstein
Details the evolution of investment theory, discussing influential figures and ideas.
How to Be Rich
J. Paul Getty
Getty shares his views on wealth and success, offering insights into his business philosophy.
Financial Derivatives
Jamil Baz
An in-depth analysis of financial derivatives, their pricing, and risk management.
Smart Women Finish Rich
David Bach
Financial advice specifically geared toward empowering women to manage their money and invest wisely.
The Only Investment Guide You'll Ever Need
Andrew Tobias
A straightforward and practical guide to investing for all levels of financial knowledge.
The Snowball
Alice Schroeder
Biography of Warren Buffett, detailing his rise in the financial world and his philosophy on life and wealth.
The Emotionally Intelligent Investor
Ravee Mehta
Combines emotional intelligence and investing principles to help readers make better financial decisions.
Berkshire Hathaway Letters to Shareholders
Warren Buffett
A collection of letters from Warren Buffett, offering insights on investment strategies and business philosophy.
Beating the Street
Peter Lynch
Offers insights into investment strategies based on Lynch's success in managing the Fidelity Magellan Fund.
What It Takes
Richard Ben Cramer
Memoir of the co-founder of Blackstone, detailing his business insights and journey in private equity.
Black Monday
Tim Metz
Examines the 1987 stock market crash, exploring the causes and impact on the financial industry.
Adaptive Markets
Andrew W. Lo
Proposes a new theory of markets based on evolutionary principles.
This Time Is Different
Carmen M. Reinhart
Analyzes historical financial crises and how they are often mistakenly seen as unique or unprecedented.
Portfolios of the Poor
Daryl Collins
Explores how the world’s poor manage their finances and survive on low incomes.
Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies
Arvind Narayanan
An introduction to the technology behind Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies.
The Curse of Cash
Kenneth S. Rogoff
Argues for a reduction in physical cash to curb crime and improve economic policy.
Money Changes Everything
William N. Goetzmann
Explores the history of finance and its influence on human history.
Why Minsky Matters
L. Randall Wray
Explores Hyman Minsky’s economic theories, focusing on financial instability.
Patient Capital
Victoria Ivashina
Examines long-term investment strategies and their impact on markets.
Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets
John J. Murphy
Comprehensive guide to technical analysis for trading in financial markets.
Investment Biker
Jim Rogers
The author’s travel and financial insights from a world motorcycle tour.
Margin of Safety
Seth A. Klarman
A guide to value investing, focusing on risk management and strategic thinking.
Jesse Livermore - Boy Plunger
Tom Rubython
Biography of Jesse Livermore, a legendary stock trader known for his bold market moves.
Confidence Game
Christine S. Richard
Investigates a major financial fraud case, delving into the psychology of deception.
The Clash of the Cultures
John C. Bogle
Examines the shift in the finance industry from investing to speculation.
The Little Book of Investing Like the Pros
Joshua Pearl
A beginner-friendly guide to investment strategies and analysis.
Inside the House of Money
Steven Drobny
Interviews with top global macro investors about their strategies and insights.
Wealth of Wisdom
Tom McCullough
Financial advice from leading experts on managing wealth across generations.
Don't Fall For It
Ben Carlson
A look at common financial scams and the psychology of financial fraud.
The Savage Truth on Money
Terry Savage
Practical advice on managing money and navigating personal finance.
Manias, Panics, and Crashes
Robert Z. Aliber
Explores historical financial crises and the psychology behind them.
Winning the Loser's Game
Charles Ellis
Discusses strategies for individual investors in stock market investing.
Ponzi's Scheme
Mitchell Zuckoff
The story of Charles Ponzi's infamous 1920 financial scheme, which gave birth to the term "Ponzi Scheme."
Models.Behaving.Badly.
Emanuel Derman
Explores the limitations of financial models and the dangers of over-reliance on mathematical models in finance.
Beyond the Crash
Gordon Brown
A discussion of the causes of the 2008 financial crisis and recommendations for preventing future crises.
Bull by the Horns
Sheila Bair
The former FDIC chair discusses her role during the 2008 financial crisis and insights into economic policy.
Early Retirement Extreme
Jacob Lund Fisker
A practical guide to achieving financial independence through frugal living and minimalism.
The Global Macro Edge
John Netto
A guide on trading and investing, focusing on global economic trends and strategies.
Why Wages Rise
F. A. Harper
An economic analysis explaining the factors that influence wage increases.
Mastering Ethereum
Andreas M. Antonopoulos
A comprehensive guide to understanding and building on the Ethereum blockchain.
Money Well Spent
Paul Brest
Guide on effective philanthropy and strategic charitable giving.
The Essays of Warren Buffett
Lawrence A. Cunningham
Collection of Buffett’s insights on business and investing.
The Cryptopians
Laura Shin
Explores the rise of cryptocurrency and its influence on finance.
The Fiat Standard
Saifedean Ammous
A deep dive into the structure and principles of fiat currency and its global implications.
A Few Lessons for Investors and Managers From Warren Buffett
Peter Bevelin
Investment and management lessons based on Buffett's strategies.
The Devil's Financial Dictionary
Jason Zweig
A humorous and cynical dictionary of financial terms, providing insights into Wall Street.
When the Wolves Bite
Scott Wapner
Covers the intense rivalry between Carl Icahn and Bill Ackman in their fight over Herbalife.
The Truth About Crypto
Ric Edelman
Comprehensive guide to cryptocurrency, covering the basics, risks, and benefits.
Big Debt Crises
Ray Dalio
Analysis of economic debt crises, drawing from historical examples.
Layered Money
Nik Bhatia
Overview of the evolution of money, with insights on Bitcoin's role in the financial system.
Physics from Finance
Jakob Schwichtenberg
Explores physics concepts through the lens of finance.
Bitcoin
Jason A. Williams
Guide to understanding Bitcoin and its potential impact on the future.
One Thousand Ways to Make $1000
F.C. Minaker
A classic book offering practical money-making ideas.
The Science of Getting Rich
Wallace D. Wattles
Classic self-help book on wealth creation through positive thinking.
The Statistical Mechanics of Financial Markets
Johannes Voit
Application of statistical mechanics concepts to financial markets.
Modelling Extremal Events
Paul Embrechts
Focuses on modeling extreme events in finance and insurance.
The Kelly Capital Growth Investment Criterion
Leonard C. MacLean
Detailed look at the Kelly criterion for investment and finance.
The Warren Buffett Portfolio
Robert G. Hagstrom
Insights into Warren Buffett’s investment strategy.
The Greatest Trade Ever
Gregory Zuckerman
Story of how hedge fund manager John Paulson profited from the 2008 crisis.
Common Sense on Mutual Funds
John C. Bogle
Insights on mutual fund investing from the founder of Vanguard.
Expectations Investing
Michael Mauboussin
Investment guide on using market expectations as a framework for making decisions.
Prechter's Perspective
Robert R. Prechter, Peter Kendall
Insights on financial markets based on Elliott Wave Theory.
Raising Venture Capital for the Serious Entrepreneur
Dermot Berkery
Guide to navigating venture capital funding.
The Entrepreneurial Bible to Venture Capital
Andrew Romans
Insider knowledge on venture capital and startups.
VC
Tom Nicholas
An exploration of venture capital's role in fostering innovation and growth.
Venture Capital For Dummies
Nicole Gravagna
An accessible guide to understanding venture capital and funding.
The Business of Venture Capital
Mahendra Ramsinghani
Insights into the venture capital industry and investment strategies.
Financial Intelligence
Karen Berman
Understanding financial statements and metrics for better business decisions.
How Finance Works
Mihir Desai
A clear explanation of finance principles for non-financial professionals.
A Random Walk Down Wall Street
Burton G. Malkiel
A classic guide to investing, advocating for long-term strategies and the efficient market hypothesis.
The Millionaire Fastlane
MJ DeMarco
A financial guide offering unconventional approaches to wealth creation.
The Total Money Makeover
Dave Ramsey
A financial guide promoting debt elimination and budgeting strategies.
More Than You Know
Michael Mauboussin
Discusses multidisciplinary insights in investing, combining ideas from psychology, complexity theory, and finance.
Unknown Market Wizards
Jack D. Schwager
Interviews with lesser-known but highly successful traders, sharing their strategies and insights.