The Fisherman and the Rhinoceros : How International Finance Shapes Everyday Life
Author: Eric Briys, François de Varenne
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ISBN: 047188961X
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (08 September, 2000)
Sales Rank: 484,586
Average Customer Rating: 3.67 out of 5
Customer Reviews
Rating: 5 out of 5
A pure gem!
I agree with the cigargirl. This a beautiful book with a true spirit. I had never seen finance explained like this. From Cornwall to Geronimo through the Red Sea an incredible "voyage" through the mysteries of modern finance. A must read for anybody wanting to grasp what finance is truly about. Time and money well spent.
Rating: 1 out of 5
A waste of time and money
Didn't learn much and got bored by the lengthy parables.
Readers who want to explore the role of financial risk management in our society should buy "Against the Gods" by Peter L. Bernstein instead. Unlike "The Fisherman...", "Against the Gods" is extremely well written, informative and fun to read.
Rating: 5 out of 5
time well spent...
Whether you're a student of the game or just a bystander, this is a book that explains the mirages, bubbles, "irrational exhuberance", and crashes of the financial markets. As a trader, I especially love the emphasis on risk management. This book also weaves an clear picture of just how deeply interwoven this *new* international financial scene is. The parables are both beautifully written and deeply informative...great brain food! Similar Products
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