Buffett
Buffett
Roger Lowenstein
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List of books Bill Gates read in 2012.
Shane Parrish
By pure luck I came across this book and it introduced me to the thinking of Warren Buffett and his partner Charlie Munger. - Shane Parrish
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Buffett

Buffett: The Making of an American Capitalist

Roger Lowenstein
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Roger Lowenstein
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In the pages of "Buffett" by Roger Lowenstein, readers are invited into the enigmatic world of Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, whose shrewd investments transformed him from a mere enthusiast into a towering figure with a net fortune exceeding $10 billion. Through Lowenstein's meticulous narrative, we journey alongside Buffett from his early days of piecing together a modest sum through discerning stock picks to amassing one of the significant fortunes of the twentieth century. This biography unravels the paradox of a man whose wealth and influence belie his unpretentious lifestyle and old-fashioned business principles, offering a window into the soul of an individual who has consistently defied Wall Street's fast-paced trading ethos with his unwavering commitment to long-term value investment. Lowenstein, armed with unparalleled access to Buffett’s inner circle, including his family, friends, and colleagues, crafts a compelling account that is as much a study of the investor's unique investment philosophy as it is a portrait of his fundamentally introspective nature. "Buffett" is not just a chronicle of financial triumph; it is a testament to the profound simplicity and integrity of a man who insists that his investment strategy—focusing on undervalued companies and holding onto them until their worth is recognized—is merely a reflection of his personal values. In this definitive biography, Lowenstein presents an American original, whose extraordinary life and career are as instructive as they are inspiring, making "Buffett" an indispensable read for anyone interested in the confluence of capitalism, success, and ethical integrity.

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Released
1995
1 Jan
Length
475
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By pure luck I came across this book and it introduced me to the thinking of Warren Buffett and his partner Charlie Munger. - Shane Parrish
List of books Bill Gates read in 2012.
Buffett found it 'extraordinary' that academics studied such things. They studied what was measurable, rather than what was meaningful. 'As a friend [Charlie Munger] said, to a man with a hammer, everything looks like a nail.
— Roger Lowenstein, Buffett

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