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The Great Crash 1929

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The Great Crash 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith is a detailed examination of the factors leading up to the infamous stock market crash of 1929. The book delves into the speculative frenzy and economic conditions of the 1920s that culminated in the financial collapse, providing insights into the causes and effects of the crash on both the economy and society. Galbraith also offers his analysis of the events that unfolded, making it a valuable reference for understanding this pivotal moment in economic history.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in understanding the intricate financial and socio-economic factors that led to one of the most significant economic downturns in history. It offers a detailed examination of the events and consequences of the 1929 stock market crash, providing insights that are both educational and relevant for modern financial studies.

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The Great Crash 1929

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The Great Crash 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith, one of America's foremost economists, follows the incredible economic rise and fall that led to the great crash of 1929.

No account of the financial insanity of 1929 has been issued in a form at once so readable, so humorous, and so carefully authenticated as this classic book. J.K. Galbraith examines the 'gold rush fantasy' in American psychology and describes its dire consequences.

The Florida land boom, the operations of Insull, Kreuger and Hatry, and the fabulous Shenandoah Corporation all come together in this penetrating study of concerted human greed and folly. From the cold figures of Wall Street, the author wrenches a truly human drama.

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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The Great Crash 1929 by John Kenneth Galbraith is highly regarded for its insightful analysis of the events leading up to the 1929 stock market crash. Readers praise the book for its clear and witty writing, which makes complex financial concepts accessible. Galbraith's work is also lauded for its relevance and timeless warnings about speculative bubbles and economic instability.

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ISBN: 9780241468081

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Introduction by James K. Galbraith

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 156g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

John Kenneth Galbraith, born in 1908, was one of the twentieth century's most influential economists. He produced dozens of books and hundreds of articles on economics, politics, foreign policy and the arts, his most famous including the popular trilogy on economics, American Capitalism (1952), The Affluent Society (1958), and The New Industrial State (1967). He taught at Harvard University for many years and was also active in politics, serving as an adviser to Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson.

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