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Liar's Poker

From the author of the Big Short

16 minMichael Lewis

What's it about

Ever wondered what it was really like on a 1980s Wall Street trading floor? Get ready to pull back the curtain on the outrageous, high-stakes world of Salomon Brothers, where ambition, greed, and sheer nerve could make you a millionaire—or break you in an instant. Discover the secrets of the cutthroat culture that defined an era of finance. You'll learn the unwritten rules of the game, witness the legendary bravado behind billion-dollar deals, and see firsthand through Michael Lewis's own journey how a generation of traders changed Wall Street forever.

Meet the author

Michael Lewis is the acclaimed 1 New York Times bestselling author of The Big Short and Moneyball, renowned for his ability to transform complex subjects into gripping narratives. A former bond salesman at Salomon Brothers, he wrote Liar's Poker from firsthand experience, offering an unparalleled insider's account of the explosive, high-stakes world of 1980s Wall Street. His unique background gives him the authority and insight to reveal the culture of greed and ambition that defined an era.

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