Den of Thieves

Name: Den of Thieves
Brand: Simon & Schuster
SKU: 9780671792275
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By Stewart

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Summary

Den of Thieves by Stewart dives into the intricacies of the insider trading scandals of the 1980s. The book meticulously details how powerful figures on Wall Street orchestrated and executed massive stock market frauds. It offers an investigative look at the key players, their schemes, and the subsequent legal battles.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the high-stakes world of Wall Street, insider trading, and financial scandals. This book provides an in-depth look at the complex characters and dramatic corporate drama that shaped a significant era in finance.

Den of Thieves

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Description

Den of Thieves emerges as a gripping narrative that delves deep into one of the largest and most riveting insider-trading scandals in Wall Street's history. It unfolds the elaborate schemes and machinations that defined the financial landscape of the 1980s, mapping out the trail of deceit, greed, and the ultimate pursuit of justice without giving away the pinnacle moments that create page-turning suspense. A #1 bestseller from coast to coast, Den of Thieves tells the full story of the insider-trading scandal that nearly destroyed Wall Street, the men who pulled it off, and the chase that finally brought them to justice.

Pulitzer Prize-winner James B. Stewart meticulously lays out how four of Wall Street's most influential figures—Michael Milken, Ivan Boesky, Martin Siegel, and Dennis Levine—engineered a complex web of insider trading that rocked the financial industry to its core. These masterminds created a colossal insider-trading ring, almost walking away with billions of dollars' worth of illicit gains.

The book paints a vivid picture of the high-stakes world of finance during the 1980s, a time marked by excess, ambition, and unforgiving competition. Stewart introduces us to the men behind the curtain, exploring their motivations, strategies, and eventual downfall. He highlights how a determined group of underdog investigators tirelessly worked against formidable odds, going head-to-head with some of America’s most expensive and aggressive legal teams to unravel the truth and bring these financial titans to justice.

Based on secret grand jury transcripts, numerous interviews, and actual trading records, Den of Thieves uncovers explosive new revelations about key players Michael Milken and Ivan Boesky. Stewart weaves these facts into an unforgettable narrative that offers keen insights into human nature, the dark side of big business, and a crime of unprecedented scale.

For anyone intrigued by true stories of financial intrigue, corruption, and the relentless quest for justice, Den of Thieves offers a compelling and illuminating read that holds relevance in any era.

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Den of Thieves is described as a fast-paced and revealing book that delves into the world of Wall Street with impressive clarity and detail. It narrates an engaging and disturbing tale of rampant greed, likened to a detective story. Reviewers from major publications consider it a must-read, highlighting its readability and importance.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780671792275

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 1992

Country: United States

Imprint: Simon & Schuster

Illustration: illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 0g

Pages: 587

Collections

Finance & Economics Finance & Investment Non-Fiction Stewart

About the Author

James B. Stewart is a columnist at The New York Times and the author of numerous books including the blockbuster Den of Thieves, Blood Sport, DisneyWar, and his most recent New York Times bestseller, Unscripted. He won the 1988 Pulitzer Prize for his reporting on the stock market crash and insider trading. He is a regular contributor to SmartMoney and The New Yorker. He is a professor of business journalism at Columbia University and lives in New York.