100 Minds That Made the Market (eBook)

Introducing the new Fisher Investment Series, comprised of engaging
and informative titles written by renowned money manager and
bestselling author Ken Fisher. This series offers essential
insights into the worlds of investing and finance.

Over the course of nearly two centuries, the innovations, mistakes,
and scandals of different market participants have played an
important role in shaping today's financial markets. Now, in 100
Minds That Made the Market, Ken Fisher delivers cameo
biographies of these pioneers of American financial history. From
Joe Kennedy's "sexcapades" to Jesse Livermore's suicide, this book
details the drama, the dirt, and the financial principles of an
amazingly inventive group of financial minds. Fisher digs deep to
uncover the careers, personal lives, and contributions of these
individuals, and leads you through the lessons that can be learned
from each one. Here you have 100 of the best teachers -- some you
already know, some you will feel you know, and some you may not
have previously discovered -- whose experiences will undoubtedly
enhance your understanding of the markets.

With a few pages dedicated to each person, 100 Minds That Made
the Market quickly captures the essence of the people and ideas
that have influenced the evolution of the financial industry.