Connie Bruck

Connie Bruck is an American journalist and author known for her in-depth reporting and writing on business and politics. She has been a staff writer at The New Yorker since 1989 and has written several books, including 'The Predators' Ball: The Inside Story of Drexel Burnham and the Rise of the Junk Bond Raiders' and 'Master of the Game: Steve Ross and the Creation of Time Warner'. Bruck is recognized for her detailed profiles and her ability to explain complex financial and corporate issues to a general audience.

Books

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  1. 1. The Predators' Ball

    Cover of 'The Predators' Ball' by Connie Bruck

    "The Predators' Ball" is an investigative piece that dives into the world of high-stakes Wall Street finance during the 1980s. The book focuses on the rise and fall of a prominent investment banking firm, highlighting its role in the junk bond market and the leveraged buyout boom. It offers an in-depth look into the firm's practices, its key players, and the ethical and legal issues that eventually led to its downfall. The book also provides a critical examination of the broader financial industry during this time, exploring the impact of deregulation and the culture of greed and excess.