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Business Adventures
Book • 2015
Business Adventures is a compilation of twelve essays written by John Brooks, originally published in The New Yorker.
The book delves into various significant events in the world of American business and finance, including the launch of the Edsel, the rise and fall of Piggly Wiggly, and the Xerox Corporation's growth.
Brooks's writing style turns complex financial topics into engaging narratives, inviting readers to draw their own conclusions about best practices.
The book is praised for its timeless insights and its ability to make financial and corporate life entertaining and accessible.
The book delves into various significant events in the world of American business and finance, including the launch of the Edsel, the rise and fall of Piggly Wiggly, and the Xerox Corporation's growth.
Brooks's writing style turns complex financial topics into engaging narratives, inviting readers to draw their own conclusions about best practices.
The book is praised for its timeless insights and its ability to make financial and corporate life entertaining and accessible.
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