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Biography & History - Devil Take the Hindmost: A History of Financial Speculation

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Book Synopsis: A lively, original, and challenging history of stock market speculation from the 17th century to present day. Is your investment in that new Internet stock a sign of stock market savvy or an act of peculiarly American speculative folly? How has the psychology of investing changed—and not changed—over the last five hundred years? In Devil Take the Hindmost, Edward Chancellor traces the origins of the speculative spirit back to ancient Rome and chronicles its revival in the modern world: from the tulip scandal of 1630s Holland, to “stockjobbing” in London's Exchange Alley, to the infamous South Sea Bubble of 1720, which prompted Sir Isaac Newton to comment, “I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies, but not the madness of people.” Here are brokers underwriting risks that included highway robbery and the “assurance of female chastity”; credit notes and lottery tickets circulating as money; wise and unwise investors from Alexander Pope and Benjamin Disraeli to Ivan Boesky and Hillary Rodham Clinton. From the Gilded Age to the Roaring Twenties, from the nineteenth century railway mania to the crash of 1929, from junk bonds and the Japanese bubble economy to the day-traders of the Information Era, Devil Take the Hindmost tells a fascinating story of human dreams and folly through the ages.

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Discover the captivating world of financial speculation with Devil Take the Hindmost: A History of Financial Speculation. This intriguing book takes you on a thrilling journey through centuries of economic booms, market crashes, and the wild ambitions of investors. From the Dutch tulip mania to the dot-com bubble, author Edward Chancellor expertly recounts the gripping stories behind some of the most iconic financial events in history.

By delving into the past, Devil Take the Hindmost provides valuable insights into the patterns and pitfalls of speculation. Whether you're an experienced trader or a beginner investor, understanding the lessons of history can help you navigate the complex world of finance with confidence.

With meticulous research and a compelling narrative, Chancellor introduces you to a cast of characters who shaped the course of financial markets. Through their triumphs and failures, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the psychological and economic factors that drive speculation. This knowledge can give you a competitive edge in today's fast-paced investment landscape.

Are you ready to enhance your financial acumen and gain a historical perspective on the world of speculative trading? Treat yourself to Devil Take the Hindmost: A History of Financial Speculation and embark on a captivating journey that will inform and entertain. Order your copy now and gain valuable insights into the fascinating world of financial speculation.

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