Buffett: The Making of an American Capitalist
by: Roger Lowenstein
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Starting from scratch, simply by picking stocks and companiesfor investment, Warren Buffett amassed one of the epochal fortunes ofthe 20th century -- an astounding net worth of $10 billion andcounting. That awesome record has made him a cult figure.
This illuminating biographyreveals a man whose conscientiousness, integrity, and good humor existalongside an odd emotional isolation. Buffett also masterfullytraces his life: his enormously successful partnership; his early,inspired investments in American Express and Geico; his companionshipand investment with Katharine Graham of the Washington Post;his role in the Capital Cities purchase of ABC; his uniquerelationship with his wife and mistress; and his rescue of thescandal-ridden Salomon Brothers.
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Since its hardcover publication in August of 1995, Buffett has appeared on the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, Los Angeles Times, Seattle Times, Newsday and Business Week bestseller lists. The incredible landmark portrait of Warren Buffett's uniquely American life is now available in paperback, revised and updated by the author.
Starting from scratch, simply by picking stocks and companies for investment, Warren Buffett amassed one of the epochal fortunes of the twentieth century--an astounding net worth of $10 billion, and counting. His awesome investment record has made him a cult figure popularly known for his seeming contradictions: a billionaire who has a modest lifestyle, a phenomenally successful investor who eschews the revolving-door trading of modern Wall Street, a brilliant dealmaker who cultivates a homespun aura.
Journalist Roger Lowenstein draws on three years of unprecedented access to Buffett's family, friends, and colleagues to provide the first definitive, inside account of the life and career of this American original. Buffett explains Buffett's' investment strategy--a long-term philosophy grounded in buying stock in companies that are undervalued on the market and hanging on until their worth invariably surfaces--and shows how it is a reflection of his inner self.
Starting from scratch, simply by picking stocks and companiesfor investment, Warren Buffett amassed one of the epochal fortunes ofthe 20th century -- an astounding net worth of $10 billion andcounting. That awesome record has made him a cult figure.
This illuminating biographyreveals a man whose conscientiousness, integrity, and good humor existalongside an odd emotional isolation. Buffett also masterfullytraces his life: his enormously successful partnership; his early,inspired investments in American Express and Geico; his companionshipand investment with Katharine Graham of the Washington Post;his role in the Capital Cities purchase of ABC; his uniquerelationship with his wife and mistress; and his rescue of thescandal-ridden Salomon Brothers.
Product Description:
Since its hardcover publication in August of 1995, Buffett has appeared on the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle, Los Angeles Times, Seattle Times, Newsday and Business Week bestseller lists. The incredible landmark portrait of Warren Buffett's uniquely American life is now available in paperback, revised and updated by the author.
Starting from scratch, simply by picking stocks and companies for investment, Warren Buffett amassed one of the epochal fortunes of the twentieth century--an astounding net worth of $10 billion, and counting. His awesome investment record has made him a cult figure popularly known for his seeming contradictions: a billionaire who has a modest lifestyle, a phenomenally successful investor who eschews the revolving-door trading of modern Wall Street, a brilliant dealmaker who cultivates a homespun aura.
Journalist Roger Lowenstein draws on three years of unprecedented access to Buffett's family, friends, and colleagues to provide the first definitive, inside account of the life and career of this American original. Buffett explains Buffett's' investment strategy--a long-term philosophy grounded in buying stock in companies that are undervalued on the market and hanging on until their worth invariably surfaces--and shows how it is a reflection of his inner self.
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Rating: - Informed biography of Buffett
Bill Gates, Sam Walton and John D. Rockefeller became immensely wealthy by developing innovative businesses. Warren Buffett became rich by picking stocks better than anyone else. Forbes recently listed him as the world's richest man, but he lives in the same Omaha house he bought for $31,500 in 1958. He drives his own car, prepares his own taxes, wears inexpensive suits and does not employ servants beyond an "every other week" housekeeper. Buffett is a simple man with simple tastes. He likes hamburgers, ... Read More
Rating: - Thorough and insightful
Buffett - The Making of an American Capitalist tells in a leisurely fashion the life story of Warren Buffett, perhaps the most well-known investor of the modern era. Instead of focusing on the exact financial moves and techniques, it focuses on capturing a picture of the man himself. What kind of person finds such success in investing? That's what Lowenstein seeks - and that's what I want to know as well.
I could attempt a weak rewrite of the book, summarizing some of the highlights of Buffett's ... Read More
Rating: - The One Out of Two Buffett Biographies to Buy
This is by far the more enjoyable and informative of the two biographies of Warren Buffett on the market (the other is THE SNOWBALL).
Lowenstein wrote the first biography of Warren Buffett and it remains the definitive book if you are looking for a biography of his life and of his investments.Lowenstein makes his living writing books about business, and his craftsmanship helps him do justice to his topic.His details of Buffett's fascination with Geico when it was still a tiny company (Ben Graham ... Read More
Rating: - Benchmark for all other Warren Buffett biographies
Lowenstein's book is the benchmark for all other Warren Buffett biographies.The book is routinely included on business school reading lists for good reason.This book is a very readable journey through Warren Buffett's private and business life.True to the man, the book focuses much more on his business dealings (including the early partnership, the original Berkshire Hathaway, Washington Post, Nebraska Furniture Mart and Salomon) than his personal dealings.But still, the author is careful to offer details ... Read More
Rating: - Rags to Riches
While Warren Buffett was by no means poor growing up, his story is one of inspiration to all to reach beyond their current situation to their dreams. This is a well-written story of a determined boy who grows to a young man, and finally an adult all the while being self-motivated to achieve what he desires. Very interesting and well worth the read.
- Informed biography of BuffettBill Gates, Sam Walton and John D. Rockefeller became immensely wealthy by developing innovative businesses. Warren Buffett became rich by picking stocks better than anyone else. Forbes recently listed him as the world's richest man, but he lives in the same Omaha house he bought for $31,500 in 1958. He drives his own car, prepares his own taxes, wears inexpensive suits and does not employ servants beyond an "every other week" housekeeper. Buffett is a simple man with simple tastes. He likes hamburgers, ... Read More
- Thorough and insightfulBuffett - The Making of an American Capitalist tells in a leisurely fashion the life story of Warren Buffett, perhaps the most well-known investor of the modern era. Instead of focusing on the exact financial moves and techniques, it focuses on capturing a picture of the man himself. What kind of person finds such success in investing? That's what Lowenstein seeks - and that's what I want to know as well.
I could attempt a weak rewrite of the book, summarizing some of the highlights of Buffett's ... Read More
- The One Out of Two Buffett Biographies to BuyThis is by far the more enjoyable and informative of the two biographies of Warren Buffett on the market (the other is THE SNOWBALL).
Lowenstein wrote the first biography of Warren Buffett and it remains the definitive book if you are looking for a biography of his life and of his investments.Lowenstein makes his living writing books about business, and his craftsmanship helps him do justice to his topic.His details of Buffett's fascination with Geico when it was still a tiny company (Ben Graham ... Read More
- Benchmark for all other Warren Buffett biographiesLowenstein's book is the benchmark for all other Warren Buffett biographies.The book is routinely included on business school reading lists for good reason.This book is a very readable journey through Warren Buffett's private and business life.True to the man, the book focuses much more on his business dealings (including the early partnership, the original Berkshire Hathaway, Washington Post, Nebraska Furniture Mart and Salomon) than his personal dealings.But still, the author is careful to offer details ... Read More
- Rags to RichesWhile Warren Buffett was by no means poor growing up, his story is one of inspiration to all to reach beyond their current situation to their dreams. This is a well-written story of a determined boy who grows to a young man, and finally an adult all the while being self-motivated to achieve what he desires. Very interesting and well worth the read.
