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All That Glitters: The Fall Of Barings,Used
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The Definitive, Classic Account Of The Fall Of The House Of Baring And The Ultimate Rogue Trader Nick Leeson. John Gapper, Associate Editor Of The Financial Times, And His Coauthor Nick Denton, Now Founder Of Gawker Media, Interviewed The Major Players Involved In The Collapse Of One Of England'S Oldest Banks. All That Glitters Reveals The Faustian Deal Struck Between The Whizzkid Traders Who Seemed To Be Bringing In Huge Profits And The Grandees Who Were Happy To Pocket Them Without Asking Too Many Questions. For The First Time, The Actions And Motives Of Nick Leeson And All The Participants Are Explained, Including The Final Days When Politicians And Bankers Made A Lastditch Attempt To Save The Bank.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'All That Glitters: The Fall of Barings'? A: 'All That Glitters' provides a detailed account of the collapse of the House of Barings, focusing on the actions of rogue trader Nick Leeson and the factors that led to the bank's demise.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by John Gapper, an associate editor at the Financial Times, and Nick Denton, the founder of Gawker Media.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'All That Glitters: The Fall of Barings' is available in paperback binding, making it a convenient choice for readers.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book consists of 400 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the topic.
- Q: When was 'All That Glitters' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1997, with a release date of August 20, 1997.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good', indicating that it has been used but is still in decent shape for reading.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'All That Glitters: The Fall of Barings' is categorized under 'Banks & Banking', making it suitable for those interested in financial history.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of greed, risk management, and the consequences of unchecked trading practices within a major financial institution.
- Q: Is there an edition of the book available? A: There is no specific edition mentioned for 'All That Glitters: The Fall of Barings'.
- Q: Who is the target audience for this book? A: This book is aimed at readers interested in finance, banking history, and the intricacies of stock market trading.