Business adventures
Business adventures
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1969
Book Brief
Beta408
Book • Nonfiction
New York City • 1950s-1960s
1969
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Business Adventures by John Brooks is a collection of twelve business stories originally published in the 1960s. Each story, such as "The Fluctuation" and "Xerox Xerox Xerox Xerox," explores pivotal moments and decision-making processes in commerce, illustrating diverse business and financial issues faced by companies and individuals.
Reviews & Readership
29,211 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Business Adventures by John Brooks is lauded for its insightful, well-crafted narratives on business failures and successes, engagingly chronicling real-world financial dramas. Reviewers highlight Brooks' ability to elucidate complex subjects with clarity. However, some critique the historical context as outdated. Overall, it's recommended for those interested in business history and lessons.
Who Should Read Business adventures?
Fans of Business Adventures by John Brooks are typically business enthusiasts interested in classic corporate tales and detailed accounts of significant business events. Similar readers enjoy Michael Lewis's Moneyball and Walter Isaacson's Steve Jobs.
29,211 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
408
Book • Nonfiction
New York City • 1950s-1960s
1969
Adult
18+ years
We’re just getting started
Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!