David M. Rubenstein

American financier, billionaire, philanthropist, and co-founder of the private equity firm The Carlyle Group; known for major philanthropic gifts to cultural and historical institutions and for books and public interviews on history and leadership.

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  1. 1. How To Invest

    A clear, practical primer for individual investors that explains how to set financial goals, build and rebalance a diversified portfolio across stocks, bonds, real estate and cash, use low‑cost index funds and tax‑advantaged accounts, manage risk and fees, and plan for retirement and estate matters; grounded in plain‑spoken advice, real‑world examples and a long investor’s perspective, it emphasizes patience, disciplined asset allocation, avoiding market timing, and when to seek professional help.

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  2. 2. The American Story

    100 True Tales from American History

    A lively collection of conversations with leading historians, writers, and statesmen that traces pivotal people and moments shaping the United States, using biographical storytelling to illuminate founding principles, constitutional debates, the struggle over slavery and civil rights, and the evolution of civic institutions; through interviews and essays it highlights how individuals—from founders to reformers—grappled with dilemmas that defined the nation and draws lessons about leadership, compromise, and the responsibilities of citizenship, aiming to deepen public understanding of American history and inspire renewed appreciation for the ideas and institutions that sustain democracy.

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