Description
Book SynopsisA half-century of Wall Street history as seen through the lives of its most illustrious family This compelling new narrative from bestselling author John Rothchild tells the story of three generations of the legendary Davis family, who rank among the most successful investors in the history of the Street.
Trade Review"...Rothchild's book is a combination of entertaining biography and successful investment philosophy..." (Lloyd's List, 28 September, 2001)
"...well-researched, solidly written book..." (Institutional Investor, 1 October, 2001)
Table of ContentsIntroduction.
Davis Meets His Bankroll.
From the Great Depression To the Hitler Crisis.
Beyond the Rear-View Mirror.
A Last Hurrah for Bonds.
A Crib Course in Coverage.
From Bureaucrat to Investor.
The Bullish 1950s.
Davis Shops Abroad.
Wall Street a Go-Go.
Shelby Gets Funded.
The Inheritance Flap.
Cool Trio Runs Hot Fund.
The Worst Decline Since 1929.
Davis on the Rebound.
Shelby Buys Banks--Davis Buys Everything.
The Grandsons Get in the Game.
The Family Joins Forces.
Chris Inherits Venture.
Investing à la Davis.
Source Notes.
Index.
