Ahamed, Liaquat
Lords of Finance: 1929, The Great Depression, and the Bankers who Broke the World
- ISBN 13:
- 9781847943002
- author:
- Ahamed, Liaquat
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Random House Business Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 576
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 4.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Business,Public Admin, Public Finance,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Wall Street Crash of 1929 and the subsequent Great Depression had a profound impact on the world, setting the stage for the horrors of the Second World War. Yet, the economic meltdown could have been avoided if it weren't for the decisions made by a small group of central bankers. Liaquat Ahamed's book tells the story of these four bankers, whose names were lost to history until now. Their actions and ambitions played a significant role in shaping the course of global catastrophe. This timely and gripping account sheds light on the human nature and limitations that led to the Great Depression, and serves as a reminder that individuals are at the heart of global events.
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