| A History of the London Stock Market 1945-2009 Revised Edition Contributor(s): Blakey, George G. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1906659621 ISBN-13: 9781906659622 Publisher: Harriman House OUR PRICE: $60.10 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2010 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Business & Economics | Investments & Securities - Stocks - History | Europe - Great Britain - General |
| Dewey: 332.642 |
| Physical Information: 1.62" H x 6.86" W x 9.78" (2.24 lbs) 560 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - British Isles - Chronological Period - 20th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book is a unique record of the people, deals and events that have driven the stock market since 1945. Written in a down-to-earth, journalistic style, this book reads almost like a novel as it takes you through over 60 years of stock market history. Blakey provides a fascinating perspective on the movers and shakers - the winners, the losers, and the reasons why - giving a rare insight into the workings of the stock market, plus profiles of key players and the movements and effects of new, upcoming markets. The book includes coverage of all the major economic and political developments that have influenced the market, as well as the individuals and corporations themselves. It provides an invaluable reference for anyone wishing to understand and anticipate current and future trends in the market. This updated 6th edition now also covers the tumultuous period of 2007-2009. |