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Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World

William D. Cohan
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Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011

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William D. Cohan

Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

672

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Global • 1869-present

Topic
Business & Economics

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World, William D. Cohan explores the history and influence of Goldman Sachs, highlighting individuals and events that shaped its rise. The book delves into the firm's methods and culture that positioned it as a leading global financial powerhouse.

Informative

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

2,101 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

William D. Cohan's Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World offers a detailed examination of the firm's influence. Readers praise the thorough research and engaging narrative but note the dense financial jargon. Some critiques mention a lack of fresh insights. It's ideal for those interested in finance but may challenge casual readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World?

A reader interested in Money and Power: How Goldman Sachs Came to Rule the World would likely be fascinated by financial history, corporate influence, and Wall Street dynamics. Fans of Michael Lewis's The Big Short or Andrew Ross Sorkin's Too Big to Fail would find it compelling for its in-depth analysis and insider perspectives.

4.1

2,101 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

672

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Global • 1869-present

Topic
Business & Economics

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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