A Week in Wall Street: By One Who Knows: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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A Week in Wall Street: By One Who Knows is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Jackson, Frederick.
Catalogue synopsis
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"A Week in Wall Street" by Frederick Jackson is a satirical account written in the early 19th century. The work delves into the intricacies and moral dilemmas of the financial world, particularly focusing on the practice of stock trading and the behaviors of brokers and investors in Wall Street. Through its various characters and events, the book seeks to highlight the speculative nature of financial enterprises and the often dubious ethics involved. At the start of the narrative, the author introduces the historical context of Wall Street, detailing its transformation from a defensive city wall to a bustling financial hub. The main character, Mr. Jacob Broker, sets up an office in this area, symbolizing the rise of brokers and joint-stock companies. The opening chapters outline how brokers manipulate stock prices for profit while being indifferent to the financial ruin they may cause among their clients. The author uses humor and irony to comment on the moral failures of individuals involved in these transactions, setting the tone for a critical exploration of the banking and financial systems of the time.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Week in Wall Street: By One Who Knows
- Author credits: Jackson, Frederick
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Wall Street (New York, N.Y.)
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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