Liar's Poker

"Liar's Poker," written by Michael Lewis, is a gripping account of his experiences as a bond salesman at Salomon Brothers during the 1980s. The book provides a behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of Wall Street, characterized by greed, ambition, and the cutthroat culture of trading. Lewis chronicles his rise from a fresh graduate to a successful trader, capturing the camaraderie and competitive spirit of the trading floor alongside the absurdities of the financial industry.Through engaging storytelling, Lewis reveals the game of Liar's Poker, a metaphor for the deceptive practices and high-risk environment of finance. The book is both humorous and insightful, offering readers a vivid portrayal of a tumultuous era in American business. Since its release, "Liar's Poker" has become a classic in financial literature, providing valuable lessons about the culture of Wall Street and the nature of risk and reward in finance.