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Buffett
The Making of an American Capitalist
Book • 1995
This book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of Warren Buffett’s life, from his early days to his ascension as one of the most successful investors in history.
Written by Roger Lowenstein, the book is based on three years of research and includes interviews with Buffett’s family, friends, and business associates.
It explores Buffett’s investment strategies, his long-term philosophy of buying undervalued stocks, and his role in transforming Berkshire Hathaway into a highly successful corporation.
The book also delves into Buffett’s personal life and the influences that shaped his investment approach, including his mentor Benjamin Graham and his partnership with Charlie Munger.
Written by Roger Lowenstein, the book is based on three years of research and includes interviews with Buffett’s family, friends, and business associates.
It explores Buffett’s investment strategies, his long-term philosophy of buying undervalued stocks, and his role in transforming Berkshire Hathaway into a highly successful corporation.
The book also delves into Buffett’s personal life and the influences that shaped his investment approach, including his mentor Benjamin Graham and his partnership with Charlie Munger.
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as one of the best biographies.


David Senra

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as a book he read at university.


Shane Parrish

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in the context of discussing Warren Buffett's work ethic.


Tim Ferriss

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, quoting Charlie Munger on focus.


David Senra

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#368 Rockefeller's Autobiography
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as an alternative to "The Snowball."


Ben Gilbert

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as a biography of Warren Buffett.


David Senra

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#202 A Few Lessons From Warren Buffett
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to learn more about investing and Warren Buffett's strategies.


Sam Parr

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Buffett’s Money Wisdom, Galloway’s $100M Advice & Why Newsletters Suck
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as the first Buffett biography that he read, which helped him understand Buffett’s career and investing approach.


Derek Pilecki

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TIP758: Current Market Conditions & Investment Opportunities w/ Derek Pilecki
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as a source for information on Rose Blumkin and Warren Buffett's acquisition of Nebraska Furniture Mart.


David Senra

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#303 Rose Blumkin (Warren Buffett's Favorite Founder)
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as the subject of the podcast episode, detailing Warren Buffett's life and career.


David Senra

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