A Man for All Markets: From Las Vegas to Wall Street, How I Beat the Dealer and the Market
2017
Autobiography
by
Edward O. Thorp
From professor to blackjack legend to Wall Street innovator, this book reveals Edward Thorp's remarkable journey and how he applied mathematics to conquer seemingly unbeatable odds, ultimately building a fortune. It details his pioneering work in quantitative investing and the unique perspectives he developed on risk, reward, and the power of analytical thinking.
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May 2024
Amazing story. Great frameworks for navigating businesses and life. Will reread yearly. Read 2017 paperwork.
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Hedge Fund Market Wizards
April 2023
A biographical anthology about 15 of the most successful hedge fund managers. Divided into three sections—Macro, Multistrategy, and Equity—the book is based on in-depth interviews that explore each investor’s strategies, principles, and mindset, revealing what enabled their long-term success. The managers profiled are: Colm O'Shea, Ray Dalio, Larry Benedict, Scott Ramsey, Jaffray Woodriff, Edward Thorp, Jamie Mai, Michael Platt, Steve Clark, Martin Taylor, Tom Claugus, Joe Vidich, Kevin Daly, Jimmy Balodimas, and Joel Greenblatt.
Great sections on Ed Thorp, Jamie Mai, and Joel Greenblatt. Learned about Thames River—an incubator and seed investor in hedge funds, including Ken Griffin’s Citadel. The summary of lessons across all managers at the end was especially useful. Read the 2012 hardcover.