Liar's Poker book

Liar's Poker

 Michael Lewis  

Money & Investments  

Ever wondered what it's like to work in the high-stakes world of Wall Street in the 1980s? Curious about the intense culture of Salomon Brothers, a powerhouse of high finance? Want to know how a trainee like Michael Lewis navigated the cutthroat environment, learned from industry legends, and transformed from a geek to a Big Swinging Dick? Ready to dive into a world filled with aggressive tactics, dubious deals, and astronomical profits? Embark on this rollercoaster journey of ambition, fear, and relentless pursuit of the almighty dollar!


Ever wondered what it's like to work in the high-stakes world of Wall Street in the 1980s? Curious about the intense culture of Salomon Brothers, a powerhouse of high finance? Want to know how a trainee like Michael Lewis navigated the cutthroat environment, learned from industry legends, and transformed from a geek to a Big Swinging Dick? Ready to dive into a world filled with aggressive tactics, dubious deals, and astronomical profits? Embark on this rollercoaster journey of ambition, fear, and relentless pursuit of the almighty dollar!;

#1

Did John Meriwether's Audacious $10 Million Challenge Change the Face of Wall Street?

01 Jan 1970

02:52

02:52


#2

Dancing to the Relentless Rhythm: Rollercoaster Journey in Wall Street's Wild World

01 Jan 1970

03:54

03:54


#3

Could Jim Massey's Fear-Inducing Visits Shape Your Career at Salomon Brothers?

01 Jan 1970

02:43

02:43


#4

Surviving Salomon Brothers: A Tale of Perseverance and Transformation in the Brutal World of Mortgage Trading

01 Jan 1970

02:29

02:29


#5

How Did Ranieri and His Team Turn Salomon Brothers into a Wall Street Powerhouse in the 1980s Chaos?

01 Jan 1970

04:00

04:00


#6

Salomon Brothers: The Rise and Fall of a Mortgage Bond Titan

01 Jan 1970

02:34

02:34


#7

Can You Thrive in the Cutthroat World of High Finance Like Michael Lewis Did?

01 Jan 1970

03:19

03:19


#8

Surviving Salomon Brothers: The Art of War in Investment Banking

01 Jan 1970

02:30

02:30


#9

Did Michael Milken's Vendetta Spark Warren Buffett's $700 Million Rescue of Salomon Brothers?

01 Jan 1970

02:53

02:53


#10

Riding the Rollercoaster: Inside Salomon Brothers During the 1987 Stock Market Crash

01 Jan 1970

02:47

02:47


#11

Final Recap

01 Jan 1970

02:29

02:29



About Author

Michael Lewis is an American author and financial journalist well-known for his insightful and engaging books on various aspects of the financial world. One of his most famous works is "Liar's Poker," which offers a candid, humorous, and critical look at the excesses of Wall Street in the 1980s, based on Lewis's own experiences as a bond salesman at Salomon Brothers. His writing style combines detailed analysis with compelling storytelling, making complex financial concepts accessible to a broad audience. Lewis's work often explores themes of risk, opportunity, and the human elements behind financial markets.