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Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World

Liaquat Ahamed
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Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009

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Liaquat Ahamed

Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

564

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Global • 1920s-1930s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World by Liaquat Ahamed explores the crucial roles of four central bankers—Benjamin Strong, Montagu Norman, Hjalmar Schacht, and Émile Moreau—during the lead-up to the Great Depression. The book examines how their decisions and financial policies influenced global economic events in the early 20th century.

Informative

Mysterious

Contemplative

Dark

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.3

17,675 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World by Liaquat Ahamed is lauded for its engaging narrative and insightful analysis of the financial decisions leading to the Great Depression. Critics praise its historical depth and storytelling, though some note it can be dense and complex for those without a financial background. Overall, it's an enlightening read on economic history.

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Who Should Read Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World?

A reader interested in Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World likely enjoys intricate historical narratives about economic systems, similar to The Ascent of Money by Niall Ferguson. They appreciate detailed analysis of financial history and the complex interplay of global events shaped by influential figures.

4.3

17,675 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

564

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Global • 1920s-1930s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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