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  • Hardcover: 256 pages
  • Publisher: PublicAffairs (November 17, 2015)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1610396995
  • ISBN-13: 978-1610396998
  • Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.9 x 7.3 inches
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe book is excellent and the humor helps explain the concepts and the ...
By Joseph W. Webb on November 17, 2015
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The book is excellent and the humor helps explain the concepts and the definitions. If you are giving this book as a gift -- there is a sticker on the back with what must be a new ISBN number. DON'T REMOVE IT as doing so will rip the surface of the cover. This is one of those books that you can pick up and put down at any time since it is a humorous dictionary. That means only one thing: there is a certain room of the house where this is especially appropriate :) This is also a good gift for college seniors who might be majoring in finance or accounting.
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5.0 out of 5 starsA hilarious read for anyone interested in or working in Finance
By James R. Peters on November 11, 2015
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I heard about this book while listening to the Masters in Business podcast with Barry Ritholtz and his guest Jason Zweig. I thoroughly enjoyed the podcast and Jason's use of wit and humor, and had to order the book. As a financial professional, I find many of the definitions hilarious, even though some hit a little close to home. It's a dictionary, so it's not something you will likely pick up and read cover to cover. I read a few pages here and there, and get a seriously good laugh during each and every reading. I recommend this for anyone interested in finance or for anyone who has worked in finance, provided they have a good sense of humor. Great work Jason!
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5.0 out of 5 starsFun way to learn about the stock market.
By Pete from across the River on October 17, 2015
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A fun book, that provides serious information about investing and stock markets in a easy-reading, light way. If you are an investor, this is as pleasant a way to learn more about the system -- and it's beneficial for both the do-it-yourself investor and for those using services of various "investment counselors."
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5.0 out of 5 starsFor a dictionary it is an informative and entertaining read, but it is a dictionary.
By J. Holloway on May 30, 2016
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It is a dictionary, so if you are looking for an exciting read on the financial markets, this book is not it. Any conseivable word that a broker might use is in this book. You can tell by reading it Jason doesn't have a high regard for most brokers and believes that most individuals should do their own investing using low fee funds such as Vanguard, etc. Even though it is a dictionary I found it entertaining and informative. If you don't do your own investing, after you read this book you just might start putting a portion of your money to self invest.
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5.0 out of 5 starsAnother Book Review From The Aleph Blog
By David Merkel on December 10, 2015
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This book is not what I expected; it’s still very good. Let me explain, and it will give you a better flavor of the book.

The author, Jason Zweig, is one of the top columnists writing about the markets for The Wall Street Journal. He is very knowledgeable, properly cautious, and wise. The title of the book Ambrose Bierce’s book that is commonly called The Devil’s Dictionary.

There are three differences in style between Zweig and Bierce:

* Bierce is more cynical and satiric.
* Bierce is usually shorter in his definitions, but occasionally threw in whole poems.
* Zweig spends more time explaining the history of concepts and practices, and how words evolved to mean what they do today in financial matters.

If you read this book, will you learn a lot about the markets? Yes. Will it be fun? Also yes. Is it enough to read this and be well-educated? No, and truly, you need some knowledge of the markets to appreciate the book. It’s not a book for novices, but someone of intermediate or higher levels of knowledge will get some chuckles out of it, and will nod as he agrees along with the author that the markets are a treacherous place disguised as an easy place to make money.

As one person once said, “Whoever called them securities had a wicked sense of humor.” Enjoy the book; it doesn’t take long to read, and it can be put down and picked up with no loss of continuity.

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Summary / Who Would Benefit from this Book

If you have some knowledge of the markets, and you want to have a good time seeing the wholesome image of the markets skewered, you will enjoy this book.
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5.0 out of 5 starsMy new go-to dictionary -- how did I live without it for so long?
By Wendy Cook on March 25, 2016
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Who would have thought a financial dictionary could cause me to spew water up my nose while reading it (and laughing). Many of Zweig's definitions are as amusing as they are accurate, making it not only educational but fun. A staple in anyone's personal financial library!
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5.0 out of 5 starsIncomplete book. Missing the end of chapter T, and all of U, V, W, X, Y and Z (and anything else that might come after T)
By Brad Talley on October 7, 2015
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I love this book and I'm a huge fan of Jason Zwieg's writing. The book is witty and well informed. My critique is a technical one that Mr. Zweig has no control over. I pre-ordered this copy weeks ago, prior to printing and it arrived today. I was very excited to receive it and jumped right in. There is a significant problem with it, though. My copy only has 208 pages. The Amazon description says that it should have 258 pages. My last page occurs in the "T" section with the incomplete definition of Technical Analysis. The last cut off sentence ends with "as reliable as attempting to forecast tomorrow's weather by" - then the book literally ends. I must have a bad copy since it's missing EVERYTHING after this sentence. Public Affairs printers, please fix this omission and update us on when you do. I'd love to buy the complete copy. Until then, I'm returning this one since it's incomplete.

If I receive a new complete copy I'll update my review to let you know that I received a complete copy of the book.
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5.0 out of 5 starsPhenomenally funny, totally original and painfully accurate when it comes ...
By Brian M. Murphy on February 4, 2016
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Phenomenally funny, totally original and painfully accurate when it comes to telling the truth about the financial services industry. One of the best books written about the folly of Wall Street in decades.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsEnjoyed the definitions

Interesting. Enjoyed the definitions..

Published 18 days ago by AZ Traveler
5.0 out of 5 starsPerfect gift for any young person starting out in the ...

Perfect gift for any young person starting out in the world of finance or trying to manage their own financial affairs.

Published 28 days ago by C. Deane
5.0 out of 5 starsRequired reading for the serious investor.

So, not really. But it is damn funny. And, in the humor you will learn some things. Good cover art and a throwback to an old book. Makes for good end table item.

Published 1 month ago by Kyle
4.0 out of 5 starsDefinitions on the lighter side

A good compendium of financial terms defined with a sense of humor. I gave it to my stockbrocker to see if I could get a smile out of him.

Published 1 month ago by Jogger
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

gave as a gift and the persons couldn't put it down

Published 1 month ago by Judy
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat resource and reminder for the pitfalls of investing

Excellent read, just like his other books. The biggest take away is that it takes constant vigilance to make sure that you keep your money rather than the financial industry.

Published 2 months ago by Mike Malone
5.0 out of 5 starsHumour Should Be Taken Seriously

The serious bits are meant to be taken seriously; the humorous bits are quite humorous.
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Published 3 months ago by Dr Malcolm B McRae
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Love it!

Published 3 months ago by Bonnie Marshall
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good explanation...works well as dictionery

Published 3 months ago by Alexandra Reynolds
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat Read!

An enjoyable and informative read.

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