Books matching: financial crises and events
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'The Ascent of Money: A Financial History of the World' by Niall Ferguson is a detailed exploration of the history of finance, covering various financial events and crises throughout Western history. The book delves into the origins of financial institutions, the development of bonds, stocks, insurance, and modern investment methods, providing a valuable perspective on historical events. Ferguson's writing style aims to make complex financial concepts understandable for the general reader, although some readers found the book to be more focused on banking, events, and money transactions in the 1900s and early 2000s, particularly in the USA.
Ferguson's narrative weaves together the evolution of money and financial instruments from ancient times to the present day, highlighting the interconnectedness between financial decisions and major world events. The book touches on topics such as the role of imperialism in foreign investment, the benefits of well-operating financial markets, and the repetitive nature of financial mistakes throughout history. While some readers appreciated the historical insights and educational value of the book, others found it to be too focused on recent financial events and lacking a central thesis or comprehensive analysis.
Imagine a world with no money. For over a hundred years, Communists and anarchists - not to mention some extreme reactionaries, religious fundamentalists and hippies - have dreamt of just that. Accord...- #2
Save:The novel 'An Object of Beauty' by Steve Martin delves into the contemporary art world of Manhattan during the '90s and '00s, following the rise of a young and ambitious protagonist, Lacey Yeager. Through the eyes of an astute art writer, the book explores the intricacies of the art market, the fragility of art's value, and the influence of major events like 9/11 and the 2008 financial crisis on the industry. Martin weaves a narrative that is both engaging and enlightening, incorporating reproductions of modern art to illustrate key moments in Lacey's journey through the provocative art scene.
My last name is Franks. Once, in college, Lacey grabbed my wallet and read my driver’s license aloud, discovering that my forenames are Daniel Chester French, after the sculptor who created the Abraha... 'Adults in the Room: My Battle with Europe's Deep Establishment' by Yanis Varoufakis is a gripping account of the author's tenure as the finance Minister of Greece, delving into the intricate negotiations and power struggles with the European Central Bank, European Commission, and IMF during the country's economic crisis. Varoufakis exposes the duplicity and betrayal at the heart of the EU's treatment of Greece, shedding light on the political machinations that led to Greece's financial turmoil. Through a mix of personal experiences and financial analysis, the book unveils the harsh realities of austerity measures and the struggle for sovereignty in the face of international pressure.
By early 2010, some five years before I took office, the Greek state was bankrupt. A few months later the European Union, the International Monetary Fund and the Greek government organized the world’s...- #4
Save:Hillary Rodham Clinton's book 'Hard Choices' delves into her experiences and challenges as the US Secretary of State, covering a wide range of foreign policy dilemmas and diplomatic missions she undertook during her tenure. The book offers insights into her interactions with world leaders, discussions on key global issues like China, Iran, North Korea, and the Middle East, and her reflections on important decisions made. Clinton's writing style is described as detailed and informative, providing readers with a comprehensive view of the complexities of international relations.
It was the evening of June 5, 2008, and I was heading to a secret meeting with Barack Obama—and not the one I had hoped for and expected until just a few months earlier. I had lost and he had won. The...
