History Book Recommendations
These are just some book recommendations for anyone interested in reading up on economic history.
In an Uncertain World
Authors: Robert E Rubin and Jacob Weisberg Timeframe: 1993 - 1999
This book follows the experience of National Economic Council Director and Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin’s career navigating the financial hurdles during the Clinton Era.
*Official book review in progress.
The Color of Money
Author: Mehrsha Bardaran Timeframe: 1770s - 2016
Mehrsha Bardaran takes you through the history of black banking in the United States from Reconstruction to near present dat. A textbook on the history of black banking in America.
*Official book review in progress.
The Four Pillars of Investing
Author: William J Bernstein Timeframe: 1800s - 1900s (Part Two: The History of Investing)
History is always referenced in the Four Pillars of Investing, especially when you have to cosnider the past performance of certain asset classes. Part two explores the history of bubbles and what happens during long stretches of market depression.
Here are my initial thoughts after finishing the book, on my Goodreads account.
*Official book review in progress.