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Buried by the Wall Street Crash (Classic)

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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The Diverging Fates of Economists: Lessons from Fisher and Keynes

This chapter examines the contrasting trajectories of economists Irving Fisher and John Maynard Keynes, focusing on Fisher's tragic downfall following the Wall Street crash. It highlights the lessons learned from their differing approaches to investing and the lasting impact of their respective legacies on economic history.

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