Saturday, April 10, 2010

The Big Short

The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine/Michael Lewis 266 pg.

Read this book if you are interested in the recent economic collapse precipitated by the "housing bubble" and the securities associated with the really lame mortgages banks were handing out. Michael Lewis does a great job of explaining exactly what happened. Unfortunately, after you read the book, you will realize what a nutso thing Wall Street is and wonder how if anyone grasps the craziness of the financial markets. You might not sleep very well for awhile, especially because you have decided to keep your money in your mattress. - Christa

1 comment:

  1. I heard an interesting radio interview with Lewis...on Fresh Air, or Diane Rehm? He sounds like such a normal guy, but he must be seriously smart, having delved into such diverse topics.

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