Very repetitive, but compelling nonetheless (5.0)

While this book could have made its points in about 1/3rd of the space, it was well worth reading. Its discussion of the roots of our current economic problems and past, present and future bubbles are both simple and clearly argued. This book is scary, but provides realistic analysis and reasonable tips on how to protect yourself.

A total believer after 40 years in finance (5.0)

This book is a must read. It confirmed what my gut feelings have been telling me for some time from my 40 years of experience in the financial services area. I also believed a crash was coming for housing and stocks in 2006 and took conservative positions and made a lot by not losing any principal along the way. These authors make it very clear for rational and logical thinkers (even non financial folk) why we cannot expect government to save us and why we must choose to protect what we have and prepare to help those close to us survive in the coming times. I have recommended this book to every one in our family and hope they will listen so my wife and I do not have to save them one day. I look forward to the day when self responsibility once again reigns and people stop believing the "cheerleaders" as they call them in the book who giving out optimistic, but wrong information.

Read the book, and then either change your ways and prepare or go forth blindly believing some great thing will come from our government to save us, just like all the other things they have done and managed so well.

Staying informed about financial affairs (5.0)

This cook contains valuable information about financial affairs, even though some of it was over my head. However, I did understand enough that I learned some valuable things concerning financial problems in this country. I recommend it highly.

Authors don't know the difference betweeen inflation and deflation. (1.0)

The authors say that we are headed for runaway inflation when in fact we are experiencing deflation!

Save Your Money and Time. Look Elsewhere (1.0)

I only bought this book to confirm what I already knew. It's just another book by guys who have no idea what is going on and did not predict the collapse. The author's prior book, America's Bubble Ecnomy was a joke and did not predict anything. Where was the beef?

If they did predict the collapse why didn't they write a book detailing the events?

If they do know what is going on why is their advice so lousy? If you had listened to what they say, you would have lost your tail in the stock market. The only book worth reading before and after the collapse is America's Financial Apocalypse: How to Profit from the Next Great Depression written in 2006 by Mike Stathis.

Unfortunately, most people still don't know about Stathis or his book (which predicted Dow Jones 6000, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would be bailed out by tax payers, real estate would fall by 35% and much more) because the author (who is an investment strategist and Wall Street professional) has been ignored and banned by the media.

Check Stathis' website [...] and get your hands on everything this man writes because, as a very experienced investment profesional I can tell you that he is the only man out there who knows what is going on and is willing to share it with you. And he doesn't sell stocks or gold so you know he doesn't have any bias.

All of the others are frauds and morons looking to make a quick buck selling you fear, greed and terrible advice. Here is a short list of guys who many have been led to believe know what's going on. But once you check what they have said you will either see no beef and/or wrong predictions and terrible advise.

Martin D. Weiss, Robert B. Reich, Peter D. Schiff, Vox Day, Robert Prechter, John A. Rubino, Dick Morris, Robert Shiller, James Turk, the list is too long to complete.

The few that made predictions before the collapse didn't offer any specific advice other than to promote their gold sales. Guys like Schiff said to invest in the Euro! and China would be safe!

The others including Weidemer are piling in with their books AFTER the collapse so they can make money selling you false hope and terrible advice!

You are being lied to by the media hacks and opportunists the media calls experts. That's why you've lost so much money. You better tart listening to real experts if you want a chance.

Weidemer and the others mentioned above (other than Stathis) along with countless others are not going to help you one bit. It's the guys with media coverage who are useless. That's why the media gives them coverage! Wall Street buys off the financial media when it buys all those commercials!

I'm telling you this because it's not likely you will ever find out about this on your own, nor will you run into Stathis because the media banned him. They don't want to help you. And all of the guys wth media coverage will only hurt you. Most people won't take this advice seriously. They will continue to be fooled by the same old game. And it's a shame.

A must read (4.0)

A must read for any value investor. Finding companies that fit Graham's criteria will be nearly impossible in today's market, but still well worth the read.

Ben Graham (5.0)

Brothers and cousins and Uncles had often referred to Graham style of investing - as if it was expected that everyone had read and understood this book. I finally decided that maybe I ought to read it. And I am glad I bought the book to have!

Excellent book (5.0)

I am a new investor and I think this is a great book to get started. Wonderful insight into the functioning of markets and investments.

Practical (5.0)

I just finished Chapter 1. Anyhow, I like the book. It's like the author is talking to you honestly about his experience and thoughts. He does not overcomplicate things. He differentiates clearly the difference between investors and speculators. It made me realize that I was one of the speculators since I liked to watch stock quotes daily.

thanks Graham (5.0)

I had been reading this book since the same time I was initiating my investment life in stocks. With it i discovered some mistakes I had been doing then correct the course of my investments. It was enlightening to discover my behavior was playing against me and I should control myself in order to avoid more losses. Thanks to this book now I have proffits.

GR8!! (5.0)

Wanted this gr8 book on 'audio' for some time now.....Shipper was very faaaast & honest.

A Must Read!!! (5.0)

I first read this book in association with a motivational course I took in about 1990; I liked the book, but many of the main points apparently soon faded from memory. More recently, I found my copy again when unpacking after a move, and I thought at the time that maybe I should read it again, but for some reason did not. Not long after that, I saw something on TV about a related book, also by Napoleon Hill, and this got me interested in doing some research on Hill's writings. I picked out three of his works to read and study with Think and Grow Rich the first in the line.

I tell this story in the belief that this "rediscovery" was not a coincidence, but that it was "meant to be" that I read this book again. Even if you can't accept that, still seriously consider reading and studying the book as it has some really great stuff in it - I'd even say maybe a complete philosophy of how to gain material success and even success in some things not material. Give it a real try, and I don't think you will be sorry.

It is hard for me to remember what I took from this book when I first read it at about age 30 in 1990, beyond some of the broader concepts. Now, I am nearly 50 and can see some good explanation for how some things in my life did not go as I had hoped that I could not understand, and for why some things were really for the best, even though they did not seem so at the time they happened. Since I am still alive and kicking, I can apply the concepts in the book as I see it now to get things to be more the way I want them. And, I am sure it will work too. How do I know - it's best if you read the book and see for yourself. I have had at least one success among my friends in getting people to seriously try the book and am hoping for more.

The book outlines several basics principles that one needs to work to achieve success. Hill states that the actual secret is never explicitly stated, but will jump out at a reader from one of several places in the book if/when the reader is ready. He does say that half of it is that success begins with "an idea". I say, be open minded and see what happens. Keep in mind too that "thoughts are things".

The concluding chapter deals with some basic fears and asks readers to consider many questions on negative influences and alibis for failure. Very enlightening! Do not rush through these questions, but really consider them carefully.

There has been much discussion on the various editions of the book and which is better. I am not sure what to say about all that, but at least read one of them. There is one edition (The Think and Grow Rich Action Pack) that includes the text of the book, as well as an Action Manual for help in putting the book to work for the reader. I plan to do the Action Manual shortly.

I highly recommend this book. It may explain/solve many mysteries in your own life that just bug you to death as it did for me in many instances.

awesome book (5.0)

This book gives detailed information on how to change your perspective regarding prosperity. I am almost done reading it, and I plan to do each step that is outlined in the book. As with most things, a positive attitude, mediation and creative visualization can change your life. This book teaches that, applying these concepts to prosperity and material enrichment.

BEYOND LIFE CHANING FOR PERSON WHO HAS DIFFICULTY WITH MONEY (5.0)

I wish I was taught what "Think and Grow Rich" shares while growing up in school instead of "scores" for useless standardized tests that never made a difference in my life.

This book is truly changing my life, and it is NOT "just a book." Savoring, integrating and LIVING the principles Napoleon Hill shares can ONLY lead to true WEALTH, from the inside out! The inside out means all within the mind and heart combined.

The catalyst of personal crisis in the beginning of this year got me REALLY determined to STUDY wealth, and the traits, habits, mindset those who achieved it. This book is FAR more than "just making a lot of money."

Quote from page 30: "There is a difference between WISHING for a thing and being READY to receive it. No one is ready for a thing, until be believes he can acquire it. The state of mind must be BELIEF, not mere hope or wish. Open-mindedness is essential for belief. Closed minds do not inspire faith, courage and belief."

On page 29, I have underlined the following quote: "Remember, too, that all who succeed in life get off to a bad start, and pass through many heartbreaking struggles before they "arrive." The turning point in the lives of those who succeed, usually comes at the moment of some crisis, through which they are introduced to their "other selves."

If you have ANY ISSUE with money or success - GET THIS BOOK!

If "times are tough" - GET THIS BOOK!

If you feel drained and exhausted working so hard just to buy food - GET THIS BOOK!

If you are in High School, College or any age after and you are not living a deeply INSPIRED life that is NATURALLY attracting wealth - GET THIS BOOK!

If you do NOT have a large savings account - GET THIS BOOK!

This book is getting me on track, showing me all I have to UNLEARN in order to FINALLY learn HOW to build true wealth while making a positive difference.

I MUST share just a few more quotes - this is dedicated to YOU *****if you are going through a difficult time.*****

***** "If the thing you wish to do is right, and you believe in it, go ahead and do it! Put your dream across, and never mind what "they" say if you meet with temporary defeat, for "they," perhaps, do not know that EVERY FAILURE BRINGS WITH IT THE SEED OF AN EQUIVALENT SUCCESS."

***** "Henry Ford, poor and uneducated, dreamed of a horseless carriage, went to work with what tools he possessed, without waiting for opportunity to favor him, and now evidence of his dream belts the entire earth. He has put more wheels into operation than any man who ever lived, because he was not afraid to back his dream."

***** "Thomas Edison dreamed of a lamp that could be operated by electricity, began where he stood to put his dream into action, and despite more than ten thousand failures, he stood by that dream until he made it a physical reality. Practical dreamers DO9 NOT Q2UIT!"

Review of Think and Grow Rich (5.0)

Think and Grow Rich offers much valauable information, that if carefully followed, will lead to success in anything a person sets their goals toward.

Satisfied Customer (5.0)

My order was quick and prompt so when my class started I was ready, and the book was in great condition.

WARNING: won't work on iPad (1.0)

WARNING: Don't buy the Kindle version expecting to download it to your shiny new iPad, because the publisher blocks downloading to iPads (and iPhones)! If you try, you'll only get an error message saying "This title is not available on Kindle for iPhone" (they haven't updated the message yet to read "Kindle for iPad", but the effect is the same).

Amazon could do a better job making this unpleasant fact clear to customers before they purchase the Kindle version. But to Amazon's credit, when I called them to complain, they were very polite and agreed immediately to refund the purchase amount.

My apologies to Professor Mankiw for giving his book only one star. Obviously the book itself is worth 5 stars, I'm only grading the publisher's marketing restrictions here. I will be happy to update this review and revise the grade when the publisher adopts a more rational policy.

(I say "rational" because I assume the publisher - and the author - would prefer that I spend $111.56 for a Kindle for iPad edition than, say, $49.99 for a used paperback edition. Or maybe the head of the publisher's marketing department is just one of those Dilbert pointy-haired boss types who wouldn't know the difference between an iPad and an Etch-a-Sketch? Whichever it is, I hope they get a clue, because I'm still willing to buy their product if they decide they want to sell it.)

Principles of Economics (5.0)

This book was in much better condition than was stated. It also came a lot quicker than the estimated delivery described. Very pleased.

Technically disappointing (3.0)

Coming from an engineering background and with good knowledge of economics, I was hoping to find a more analytical and technically oriented textbook in Mankiw's Principles of Economics - more mathematical analyses and interesting conclusions deriving from solid theories. Instead, I find it oversimplifies highly complex issues and disregards some aspects of economics which are utterly important in a full economic evaluation. From my past experience as an engineering student and dozens of technical textbooks, this text "dumbs" down the student and leads one to "memorizing" methods in order to "understand" economic concepts. No space is left for interesting analysis involving more complex mathematical manipulations or the reader reaching new and different conclusions when compared to those exhibited in the text.As another reviewer has pointed out, not only does this seem written for high schoolers, but the complete lack of discussion concerning alternative economic theories makes this piece stand out as a free-market propaganda piece, where no government interference or interaction is the best course of "inaction" in free-market economies. Overall, it does introduce some interesting concepts in innovative ways but for someone who wants to deal with the finer aspects of and more mathematical approaches to economics I would not recommend this book.

A must for beginners (5.0)

I cannot say that I have read too many economics textbooks, but I think that it would be pretty hard to find one that is better than this. This textbook is for the absolute beginner. No prior knowledge of economics is needed. The author starts from scratch and works his way up without assuming anything about the reader's knowledge. What's even more important is that this book is fun to read. This is one of those books that you actually find yourself reading to know more. Suddenly when you reach the end of the book you will be surprised at how easy and fun economics can be and this would encourage you to move on to heavier stuff. I used this book as a self-study guide and had no problems. The best textbooks are those that deliver the message by themselves, and this certainly applies to "The Principles of Economics".

Sloppy Research (1.0)

This Time is Different features sloppy research which is most visible in Table 2.3 where the the refundings of Consols the British nation at par are listed (incorrectly) as defaults. The right of the British government to refund Consols at par was always reflected in their prices. Five percent Consols were priced in the 1700s to have higher yields then Thre Percent Consols which reflected the greater vulnerability of Five Percent Consols to refunding.
Another howler - he largest domestic default in US History-the voiding of the Gold Clause in US government bonds by the Roosevelt Administration in 1933 is represented in this account only by default in 1933 by the US on its treaty obligations to Panama-which is listed as a "domestic default" Panama was then (at least de jure) an independant country.

A Sad Tale Of Debt And Inflation (5.0)

I don't always agree with Rogoff's world view but this is just great financial history and will stay on my library shelf. The boom, bust, repeat process is undeniable now. As much as I am a believer in the "global growth story" because I simply assess that we are in a fundamentally growing world and I think emerging markets are building unprecedented demand, inspite of the stumbling blocks. However,this tale tells another vision. Basically, the authors think that future national debt crises and rising inflation are going to derail the global economy. As an economist, I take their view seriously. We all have to vigilantly observe the flow of economic data these next years. It is no time for idealogues. The proof will be in the pudding and let's just hope Rogoff and company are wrong. It is a great reference book regardless of where you see the global economy going.

Dark Matter! (4.0)

This was an interesting read and I have read a fair share of Economics books to put it mildly. The most interesting
theory this book turned me onto was the work that was done by Ricardo Hausmann and Federico Sturzenegger of the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University..ever since then I have been trying to understand a new economic theory that attempts to answer an intriguing puzzle in our international trade and finance statistics: why is it that the US has a positive income of around $30 billion when our net international investment position shows a debt of about $3 trillion. How can be earning income on debt?

This new theory claims that, in part, our current measures of investment miss a large chunk of intangible assets -- what they label "dark matter", akin to the concept in astrophysics where the known mass of the universe is not large enough to explain why gravity can hold the universe together, that there is more mass (some "dark matter") in the universe that we can see and measure. Just as astrophysicists can impute the amount of that dark matter from the laws of physics (how much is needed to explain how gravity is working), these economist have imputed the amount of economic "dark matter" missing from our international asset position. The conclusion is that we really aren't in debt at all. The policy implication is that the trade deficit and international debt don't matter and that the dreaded currency correction (where the dollar falls enough to bring our trade balance back in line) won't happen.

Aside from that this book uses sharp analysis and comprehensive data, Reinhart and Rogoff document that financial fallout's occur in clusters and strike with surprisingly consistent frequency, duration, and ferocity. They examine the patterns of currency crashes, high and hyperinflation, and government defaults on international and domestic debts--as well as the cycles in housing and equity prices, capital flows, unemployment, and government revenues around these crises. While countries do weather their financial storms, Reinhart and Rogoff prove that short memories make it all too easy for crises to recur.

I suggest checking it out - Kindle version just because available!

Cheers -

Jeffery

A dense but important book (4.0)

This Time is Different is itself a different sort of volume: it is economics with time depth. It is also one of the densest books ever written. If you wish to understand the nature, mechanics and ramification of debt, this book provides a solid understanding, but it is no fast read. The authors have mercifully cut the subject into small pieces, so that the reader can read, re-read and re-re-read each section before continuing on to the next. Tackle it slowly, knowing that it may take a year to read it bit by bit. At the end, the results are worth the effort. It provides a firm understanding of debt, and is a baseline for sorting out what has happened in the last few years--and chillingly, what may be in store. You may need to buy the book rather than checking it out again and again.

This Time Is Different (2.0)

This Time Is Different: Eight Centuries of Financial Folly

The eight hundred year scope of data underlying this book is staggering. However the style of the book is contrary. The text, while clear, is condescending, while the data in the exhibits is so comprehensive and complex, it is difficult to connect the two. It makes the reader feel like an idiot, but if you struggle through it, it is very enlightening.

Financial Accounting (5.0)

Financial Accounting: Tools for Business Decision Making by Paul D. Kimmel. ISBN: 0470437278! In great condition!

disappointed (2.0)

book was not described correctly in ad.
shipping time was acceptable, book received different cover, should have not been posted under original post.

The book is great (5.0)

The book is in great condition, even though, there was an error with the shipping. I appreciate the book when I recieved it. Thanks

Great concepts and materials (5.0)

I love this book. It is very easy to read and understand with the examples.

thoughtful inclusion of relevant course materials (5.0)

the book is in great shape, and it also came with the thoughtful inclusion of about 100 pages of relevant course materials that i can also learn from. very satisfied with the price & quality. :)

Essentials of Coporate Finance (5.0)

This book arrived in less than a week and I was absolutely surprised when I received it! The book appeared to be brand new! I would definitely order again.

book review (4.0)

The book was exactly as it was described, so i knew exactly what i was getting. However it took longer than I expected to be delivered. But overall it was OK!!!

Finance Text Revew (5.0)

This is the best selling product in this market at top tier schools of business so there is not much that I can add to that. My book arrived promptly and was in very good condition. The price was about half what new is at the campus bookstore and 2/3 the used price. The condition was much better than typical used condition.

Essential of Corporate Finance (5.0)

I received better shipping and handling that I expected. The book was in excellent condition, even in better condition that I expected from the message form the seller.

Great! (4.0)

Shipping was incredibly fast!!!! Book was in decent shape but had a very potent smell of cigarrets or something.

Moneyball (5.0)

A brilliant book. It talks about sport in it's widest application - which to my mind is the only reason we truly love sport. Billy Beane clearly is a maniac, but he just makes the other GM's of Baseball teams appear certifiably insane. How do you justify, as a business person, giving a rookie, who's created no financial return on his effort thus far, millions of dollars? It's a Capitalist oxymoron! It's no wonder Joe(the poison dwarf)Morgan yells foul. He, along with the Women's Auxiliary Club members, want to continue to be overpaid for their old ideas and insist on regurgitated them into the present. 'The Good old times are over, Joe!' Get a real job!

The real hero of this story is Bill James who has the true American spirit to challenge the sacred cows of Baseball. I'm not a follower of Baseball, but this book and the work of Bill James, Paul DePodesta, Voros McCracken, Dick Cramer and others, reinforces the American spirit of innovation that we dearly need in this time of our history. A great thanks to Michael Lewis who had the talent, courage and persistence to see this project through. He's done a great service to the American people by offering a way we can take back our national sport from the hypocrites and bottom feeders. I can't wait until the movie comes out and these worms of incompetence are exposed for the lice that they really are.

I never liked baseball but I loved this book!!!!! (5.0)

I was never a fan of baseball for many reasons. One reason that hit me hard at a young age was the lack of a salary cap. This made me feel like winning could be bought with millions of dollars. Thankfully the teams with the most money also had the most archaic way of interpreting how to build an efficient baseball team. The teams that took a scientific approach to building a winning team while also abandoning the traditional scouting techniques began winning. Voilà, moneyball is created. The best part of this book is not how the teams with less money reinvented the game, it's how the insiders of baseball openly deny fact, science, and the possibility that they could be wrong without even blinking. These people are so afraid of losing their jobs to number-crunching nerds they won't even try to understand this alternative approach because they are getting paid for being ignorant. Therefore If they allowed the approach to become accepted they would be quickly cycled out for people who could pick teams from stats instead of sheer "gut feelings". True underdog story of intellect being able to compete with dumb money. Like usual, Lewis writes this book like a well told story while also documenting endless amounts of facts to strengthen his arguments.

Great for anyone in Money Management (4.0)

It just goes to show that statistics can help you do anything well and will give you a competitive advantage. A must read for anyone in the finance industry or students interested in the finance industry.

written too fast (3.0)

This book argues that the Oakland A's, by hewing to a few simple principles based on statistics, were able to do very well in the early 2000s despite having less money to play with than other teams. Like most reporting, it suffers from a lack of long-term perspective. That is, even though it seems to explain why the A's did well at the time the book was written, it fails to explain why the A's declined in more recent years. I'm sure that if Lewis were writing about the A's today, he would have written a more complex and accurate book (though I have no idea whether his conclusions would have differed).

Michael Lewis storytelling at its best. (5.0)

Indicative of his best-selling ability, Michael Lewis is a wonderful storyteller. Even non-sports fans or non-baseball fans could enjoy the fascinating story about how a MLB underdog finds a way to win. In this case it's the Oakland A's competing, and often beating, the deep-pocketed MLB teams like the NY Yankees. Billy Beane is a strange character who runs the A's team (as General Manager) more like a science experiment than a traditional baseball franchise and the players are his unsuspecting lab rats. Interestingly, the dynamic personality of Billy Beane is set to be played by Brad Pitt in the off-again, on-again movie production of Moneyball.

Fundamentals of Financial Management (4.0)

Bought this book for an MBA program, it is real easy to follow with real world examples and complete introduction of understanding today's corporate finance and financial management. there are also examples using excel so that we can understand how to apply it in real life situations. if you need the solutions manual, email me at nugraha69@yahoo.com. it is pretty useful...

Great condition book! (5.0)

Great condition, didn't end up using the book at all but that is because of the class, not the book. Definitely worth buying from this seller.

An excellent introduction to Corporate Finance! (5.0)

This textbook is a great textbook for learners with no prior knowledge of corporate finance. The readings are very current and the practice problems and illustrations are instrumental in reinforcing topic explained in the text.

FINC 409 (5.0)

Book telly you everything from theory of financial equations to step by step instructions on how to properly use the different equations. You can learn a lot from the book, its not like other business books that ramble on and leave you guessing on how to quantify or qualify certain situations before, during, or after an equation has been processed entirely.

Review of FIn Management book (5.0)

I had begun reading this book and I have learned more from it in 2 weeks than the classes in the MBA.