In “1929,” Andrew Ross Sorkin masterfully captures the chaos and drama of the most infamous stock market crash in history. With unprecedented access to historical records, Sorkin delves into the world of visionaries and fraudsters, titans and dreamers, as the Wall Street bull market plummeted, igniting a depression that reshaped a generation. This gripping narrative not only recounts the events of 1929 but also draws striking parallels to today’s financial landscape, offering a timeless exploration of power, psychology, and the illusion that “this time is different.”

Why You Should Read?

• Offers a riveting, behind-the-scenes account of the 1929 stock market crash with newly uncovered documents.
• Draws parallels to current financial markets, providing relevant insights into cycles of speculation and upheaval.
• Highlights the larger-than-life characters whose ambition and naivety led to financial ruin.
• A crucial blueprint for understanding the warning signs of financial crises and their impact on society.

About the Author

Andrew Ross Sorkin is a renowned financial journalist and author, best known for his work as a columnist for The New York Times and a co-anchor of CNBC's Squawk Box. He is also the founder and editor-at-large of DealBook, a financial news service published by The New York Times. Sorkin's expertise lies in financial markets, corporate mergers, and economic history, making him a leading voice in understanding complex financial events.