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John Kenneth Galbraith
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Number of Pages
128
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This non-fiction economics and history book examines how money, speculation, and policy collide in spectacular booms and painful busts across three centuries. Its central theme is that lessons from past market excesses can help readers navigate todayโs financial landscape and avert calamity. Itโs written for curious adults, students, investors, and anyone who wants to understand why markets swing, delivering an insightful, witty, and practical tone.
Presented as historical narrative, the work blends concise analysis with vivid anecdotes from famous booms and busts. The writing is clear and approachable, anchoring complex ideas in real-world events. Readers travel through time and markets, gaining context without getting lost in numbers, making the experience engaging and thought-provoking.
For learners and readers seeking financial literacy, the book covers concepts such as speculation, risk awareness, crowd psychology, asset bubbles, and policy responses to crises. The explanations are concrete and accessible, helping you connect theory to everyday decisions while avoiding jargon. The journey emphasizes how people behave as much as how markets move.
After reading, youโll walk away with a grounded understanding of how speculative waves unfold, a sharpened ability to interpret financial news, and a cautious yet curious mindset toward future opportunities. It empowers readers to interpret market signals with confidence and form informed conclusions about risk and reward.
Product Details
Author
John Kenneth Galbraith
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
128
Language
English
SKU
9780140238563
ISBN
9780140238563
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.83x0.89x19.56cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: โน 650
โน 553
โน 97 Off