Keeping At It

The Quest for Sound Money and Good Government

De: Paul A Volcker, Christine Harper

Narrado por: John Bedford Lloyd

The extraordinary life story of the former chairman of the Federal Reserve, whose absolute integrity provides the inspiration we need as our constitutional system and political tradition are being tested to the breaking point.

As chairman of the Federal Reserve (1979-1987), Paul Volcker slayed the inflation dragon that was consuming the American economy and restored the world's faith in central bankers. That extraordinary feat was just one pivotal episode in a decades-long career serving six presidents.

Told with wit, humor, and down-to-earth erudition, the narrative of Volcker's career illuminates the changes that have taken place in American life, government, and the economy since World War II. He vibrantly illustrates the crises he managed alongside the world's leading politicians, central bankers, and financiers. Yet he first found his model for competent and ethical governance in his father, the town manager of Teaneck, NJ, who instilled Volcker's dedication to absolute integrity and his "three verities" of stable prices, sound finance, and good government.

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"Paul Volcker is the greatest man I have known. He is endowed to the highest degree with what the Romans called virtus (virtue): moral courage, integrity, sagacity, prudence and devotion to the service of country. This book is more than an account of his life. It is his credo."—--Martin Wolf, Financial Times

"If there were a Nobel Prize for government service, Paul Volcker's name would surely be on the short list...It paints an accurate personal portrait. The picture that emerges is of a man of granitic integrity, committed to what he perceives as wise policies-committed, that is, to what he calls The Verities: stable prices, sound finance, and good government...There are few people like Paul Volcker in the U.S. government today, or in business, for that matter-respected and trusted by everyone, whatever the disagreements, and motivated by public service."—Charles R. Morris, The Atlantic

"Engaging...'Keeping At It' is part autobiography, part monetary history, part plea for the restoration of trust in American political institutions...Humility is one of the charms of both the man and his book."—James Grant, Wall Street Journal

"Arguably the greatest Fed chairman all time, this book is at the top of my list."—Barry Ritholtz, Bloomberg

"Who is the most influential political figure alive? The Queen? Henry Kissinger? Donald Trump, Bill Gates or the Google founder Larry Page? Wrong. It's Paul Volcker. Some of you may not have heard of this 91-year-old American but it is hard to think of another living person who has had more influence on the world today."—Ed Conway, The Times (UK)

"[a] frugal and charming autobiography is filled with illuminating stories from Volcker's seven decades of public service."—Richard N. Cooper, Foreign Affairs

"Never has a message like Paul Volcker's been more important. At a time of deep divisions in this country, his courageous fight for America's financial and economic stability--under six different U.S. presidents--provide a model that should unite us all."—--President Jimmy Carter

"This book is a monument erected by a man who played a key role in the world financial affairs over more than 50 years. Paul Volcker was the only one to master inflation in the early '80s. He devoted himself to public service with exceptional integrity and energy."—--Jacques de Larosiere, advisor to the chairman of BNP ParibasSA, chairman of the strategic committee of Agence France Tresor, and formerdirector of the International Monetary Fund

"Paul Volcker is an American hero who has seen more and done more to shape the world economy than anyone else over the last 50 years. His memoir Keeping at It is a must read."—--Ray Dalio, founder ofBridgewater Associates and author of Principles

Inside the mind of a narcissist

Volcker is an absolute narcissist who believes he and other big government goons know what's best for society and anyone who dare question them is foolish. Time and time again, he and his cohorts put forth bad monetary policy, debase our currency, watch the system xollapse, blame us, rinse and repeat. He is an absolute narcissist and the best part about it is that his time is over. Buy gold. Buy silver. Hold on and get ready for Volcker's real legacy.

Volcker’s rule

We would be wise to understand the actions taken by Volcker as he explained in his book so we can avoid future crises of too much money creation. Check it out!

Good listen

I wish he talked more about the 1982 bear market, and also more about fighting inflation.

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Paul Volcker’s life

Paul Volcker’s life/autobiography/ story shows us in exquisite details exactly how the modern economic systems function. What the hierarchy is and how one can defy certain odds to make a dent in history.

It’s amazing how one person can be quite so opportune as Paul Volcker, though he grasped at every little opportunity that presented itself.

The lesson from this book is not only the ins and outs of the global financial systems and the Federal reserve. But to me it was how when problems are considered globally especially within the financial sector, the mighty US can do only so much. It was truly insightful that how smaller countries who command less respect can turn the tides of certain decisions in their favour by carefully manoeuvring the international landscape.

Overall it was an amazing book that got me hooked up on books again. Also the narrator was really good.

Super Interesting

A clear examination of Paul Volcker's life and career. Worth a listen if you are student of financial learning. Also, a very fascinating biography.

interesting, but a little over my head.

The first part of book, sounds a bit entitled to hear about his very privileged life. Second half has lots of economic detail that gives some insight into the workings of monetary policy. Overall, a little difficult to understand for someone without an economics background, but still interesting.

Simply excellent, through and through

This is a really fantastic memoir. It offers sage career advice that feels really relevant both as I reflect on my own career thus far as well as where I am going in the future. I have brought up examples from Mr. Volcker's story on multiple occasions discussing dilemmas in board leadership issues. It melds this with a fascinating look at how the financial culture of America has changed, as well as the bureaucratic culture, with the unexpected and delightful look at Mr. Volcker's father's career. And finally it is a wonderful perspective on modern economics both in the era in which Mr. Volcker famously slew the serpent of inflation and in the era since then (in which inflation is now rarely our problem, but we have new and just as challenging problems). The narration is also excellent. This is such an easy recommendation, especially for anyone who is already familiar with the history of the Fed, with monetary policy in the post-War era, and so on. This book delivers on every level.

Great listen

A great insider historical background on global economics. Was extremely useful for my graduate studies in public policy.

Greatest Generation in Finance

Amazing person fantastic read and inspiring story. His heart for public service. His continued hope for our country all of which gives me hope for our country. I am sadden by his loss but through this book he lives on.