Liar’s Poker
In “Liar’s Poker,” Michael Lewis takes us on a wild ride through the testosterone-fueled world of 1980s Wall Street. Drawing from his own experiences as a bond salesman at Salomon Brothers, Lewis paints a vivid picture of greed, excess, and financial wizardry. His witty prose and keen observations bring to life the larger-than-life characters who ruled the trading floor. I found myself both fascinated and appalled by the culture he describes, laughing at the absurdity while shaking my head at the recklessness. It’s a cautionary tale that still resonates today, reminding us how little has changed in the world of high finance.