The Great Crash 1929

De: John Kenneth Galbraith

Narrado por: Brian Troxell

Of Galbraith's classic examination of the 1929 financial collapse, the Atlantic Monthly said:""Economic writings are seldom notable for their entertainment value, but this book is. Galbraith's prose has grace and wit, and he distills a good deal of sardonic fun from the whopping errors of the nation's oracles and the wondrous antics of the financial community."" Now, with the stock market riding historic highs, the celebrated economist returns with new insights on the legacy of our past and the consequences of blind optimism and power plays within the financial community.

Excellent day. By day explanations

Every economic. Student should read there is always a risk of a crash from speculation with borrowed money

The discussion

Finally a work not only describing details of the Crash, but more importantly, talked about Why the Crash, and the causal connections to the Depression. I still am a bit fuzzy but at least have a platform on which to build

A Classic on Financial Bubbles

The Great Crash of 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith is a well-written and detailed account of one of the most infamous market collapses in history. I appreciated how the book went beyond the headlines to explore the underlying elements that led to the crash and its aftermath.

I read it hoping to better understand the signs of financial frenzies and speculative bubbles, and it delivered. Galbraith’s sharp analysis and historical perspective make this a valuable read for any investor or student of the markets looking to spot irrational exuberance before it peaks. A timeless classic that still feels relevant today.

Crash of 1929

Incredible root causes analysis of the crash 1929. Details of individual investments that contributed to the implementation of government regulations.

OK

Informative look at the catastrophic Crash of '29. As a layperson, I did struggle to understand some of what was being said, but, for the most part, I think I grasped the core of Galbraith's message.

I was relieved when the book ended, not because of the material contained therein, but because the narrator's voice was so irritating. He also needs to check out pronunciation of words he does not know; for instance, Marquis is pronounced "Mar-kee", not "Markwiss". Most egregious was his repeated mispronunciation of the name of distinguished economist John Maynard Keynes, whose surname rhymes with canes or planes, not teens. A professional narrator owes the listener a duty of care to get the words and the significant names right.