Robert Sobel was an American professor of history and a distinguished author of business histories. Despite his prolific writings in this field, he is most renowned for his sole novel, "For Want of a Nail," an alternate history of the United States. This work delves into compelling "what if" scenarios, offering readers a fascinating exploration of the nation's potential development. Sobel's distinctive narrative voice and profound historical insight make him a memorable storyteller.
This fascinating book shows how the New York securities market, with its promise of great wealth and its equally devastating disappointments, is a vital link in the history of American economic growth.
The story of the perpetrators of some of the most dizzing and daring financial machinations.