The #1 New York Times bestseller: "It is the work of our greatest financial journalist; at the top of his game. And it's essential reading."―Graydon Carter; Vanity Fair The real story of the crash began in bizarre feeder markets where the sun doesn't shine and the SEC doesn't dare; or bother; to tread: the bond and real estate derivative markets where geeks invent impenetrable securities to profit from the misery of lower- and middle-class Americans who can't pay their debts. The smart people who understood what was or might be happening were paralyzed by hope and fear; in any case; they weren't talking. Michael Lewis creates a fresh; character-driven narrative brimming with indignation and dark humor; a fitting sequel to his #1 bestseller Liar's Poker. Out of a handful of unlikely-really unlikely-heroes; Lewis fashions a story as compelling and unusual as any of his earlier bestsellers; proving yet again that he is the finest and funniest chronicler of our time.
#55678 in Books 2004-04-17Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.20 x 1.60 x 6.10l; 2.52 #File Name: 0393324842896 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. What a fascinating read! I really got to know ...By John BWhat a fascinating read! I really got to know Khrushchev from this account. I'm giving it four stars because it bogs down at some points; but overall an outstanding read!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. GoodBy Kindle CustomerThis book provides a sense not only of who Khrushchev was but also of the history of the Soviet Union; it's system and other leaders.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great book. Really gave you a sense of the ...By Common SenseGreat book. Really gave you a sense of the man and his insecurities that drove him to do what he did. Also during periods like the Cuban Missile crisis; it jumps back and forth between what the White House and the Kremlin were thinking. That era was just a little before my time; but I do remember hiding under our desks in case of nuclear attack and I did have a neighbor who had a bomb shelter so I did grow up hearing about the threat.
