Michael M. Lewis
Michael Monroe Lewis is an American author and financial journalist. He is best known for his non-fiction work, particularly his coverage of financial crises and behavioral finance. Some of his notable books include 'Liar's Poker', 'Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game', 'The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine', and 'Flash Boys: A Wall Street Revolt'. Lewis's writing style has been praised for its accessibility and depth, bringing complex financial subjects to a broad audience.
Books
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1. Moneyball
This book tells the story of a baseball team manager who uses statistical analysis to assemble a competitive team on a tight budget. Despite facing criticism and skepticism, his unconventional methods prove successful, challenging traditional ideas about the value of players and the nature of the game. The book highlights the importance of data-driven decision making in sports, and its potential to disrupt established norms and practices.
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2. Flash Boys
This book delves into the high-frequency trading (HFT) world on Wall Street, revealing how a group of financial industry outsiders discovers that the U.S. stock market has been rigged for the benefit of insiders. With the markets under the control of a few high-speed traders who gain from microseconds advantages, the book follows these reformers as they investigate this new form of financial advantage, leading them to create an exchange designed to eliminate the unfair edge HFTs had, thereby leveling the playing field for average investors. Through a narrative that is both educational and thrilling, the book exposes the dark underbelly of modern electronic trading, raising important questions about the integrity of financial markets.
