Read complete books and articles on: Alan Greenspan

Greenspan, Alan - 1926–, American economist, chairman of the Federal Reserve Board (1987–), b. New York City. Influenced by the philosophy of Ayn Rand, Greenspan is a strong supporter of the free market and an opponent of government intervention in the economy. He was private economic consultant (1954–74, 1977–87) and served (1974–77) as chairman of the Council

11 of the Best Books and Articles on: Alan Greenspan

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Alan Shrugged: The Life and Times of Alan Greenspan, the World's Most Powerful Banker » Read Now
by Jerome Tuccille. 302 pgs.

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Power . . . Personality . . . Paradox When Alan Greenspan talks, Wall Street listens-as do bankers, investors, politicians, and economists throughout the world. He is the number one arbiter of U.S. monetary policy-credited, as Chairman of the Federal Reserve, with having simultaneously held...
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Power . . . Personality . . . Paradox When Alan Greenspan talks, Wall Street listens-as do bankers, investors, politicians, and economists throughout the world. He is the number one arbiter of U.S. monetary policy-credited, as Chairman of the Federal Reserve, with having simultaneously held inflation down and kept the economy growing throughout the longest and largest economic expansion in U.S. history. Yet, this Atlas of number crunchers, who owned and operated a highly successful Wall Street consulting firm, never amassed a personal fortune, was a member of the cultlike inner circle surrounding one of America's most controversial authors, and began his career as a professional jazz musician. Clearly, there is even more to Alan Greenspan than meets the eye. In Alan Shrugged, you'll meet Greenspan the public figure and Alan the private man in the most detailed, revealing, and entertaining account of Greenspan's life and career ever published. Filled with surprises, amusing anecdotes from the likes of Henry Kissinger and Barbara Walters, and thoughtful insights from bestselling biographer Jerome Tuccille, Alan Shrugged offers an informative and engaging portrait of one of the most powerful, capable, and complex figures on the American political scene.
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Greenspan: The Man behind Money » Read Now
by Justin Martin. 286 pgs.

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Alan Greenspan is one of the most powerful and enigmatic men in the world. Although endlessly pursued by the press and ceaselessly present in the public spotlight, very little about his private life has ever been revealed. Citizen Greenspan: The Man Behind Money presents the celebrated Fed Chairman...
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Alan Greenspan is one of the most powerful and enigmatic men in the world. Although endlessly pursued by the press and ceaselessly present in the public spotlight, very little about his private life has ever been revealed. Citizen Greenspan: The Man Behind Money presents the celebrated Fed Chairman as few know him. It spans his hardscrabble childhood in Depression-era New York City, his fascinating decades-long friendship with controversial author Ayn Rand, his Juilliard education and days spent touring with Henry Jerome's jazz band, as well as his two marriages, dynamic D.C. social life, and service to five U.S. presidents. Artfully crafted, this biography paints an astonishing and enthralling portrait.
Based on unprecedented access to Greenspan's family members and to such peers as Henry Kissinger, Gerald Ford, and Milton Friedman, Citizen Greenspan: The Man Behind Money makes news and breaks new ground. It also provides fresh insight into Greenspan's reign at the Fed -- from the stomach-churning crash of 1987 to today's rollicking markets -- and a glimpse at what's next for the famous Chairman.
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Alan Greenspan, in Foreign Policy » Read Now
by Stephen S. Roach. 6 pgs.

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Greenspan's Quest for Stability, in Challenge » Read Now
by David M. Jones. 8 pgs.

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Greenspan on Out-of-Control Money and the Future of U.S. Capitalism, in Monthly Review » Read Now
by Paul Burkett. 17 pgs.

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Greenspan Fiddled while the Economy Burned, in USA Today (Society for the Advancement of Education) » Read Now
by William D. Rutherford. 5 pgs.

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The Importance of Financial Education Today, in Social Education » Read Now
by Alan Greenspan. 2 pgs.

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Alan Greenspan - Cultist? The Fascinating Personal History of Mr. Pinstripe, in The American Enterprise » Read Now
by R.W. Bradford. 3 pgs.

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The Inflation of Alan Greenspan, in The Nation » Read Now
by Robert Sherrill. 6 pgs.

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The New Populist Reader (Chap. 6 "Opening Up the Fed: Democratization of National Economic Policy--Economic Elites versus the Public Right to Know") » Read Now
by Karl G. Trautman. 246 pgs.

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The editor of this work argues that the contemporary American political scene is increasingly driven by populist demands. This is the only book on American Politics which outlines this trend. Using primary sources and analyses from government and the media, the book examines the many aspects from...
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The editor of this work argues that the contemporary American political scene is increasingly driven by populist demands. This is the only book on American Politics which outlines this trend. Using primary sources and analyses from government and the media, the book examines the many aspects from all points of the political spectrum, of populism. It is divided into three sections, covering economic, cultural, and governmental populism. Each section contains unique stories, told through informative reporting, reasoned analysis, and passionate oratory. Freed from the traditional ideological conceptions of American politics, this work allows the reader to understand the diverse nature of contemporary populism.
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Unlocking the Secrets of the Fed: How Monetary Policy Affects the Economy and Your Wealth-Creation Potential (Chap. 7 "Top-Rated Contemporary Fed Leaders") » Read Now
by David M. Jones. 253 pgs.

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Written by America's most respected Fed watcher-Dr. David Jones-Unlocking the Secrets of the Fed gets inside the world of monetary and fiscal policymaking and explains how understanding and anticipating the actions of the Federal Reserve is critical to your investment success. This straightforward...
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Written by America's most respected Fed watcher-Dr. David Jones-Unlocking the Secrets of the Fed gets inside the world of monetary and fiscal policymaking and explains how understanding and anticipating the actions of the Federal Reserve is critical to your investment success. This straightforward and well-rounded guide offers a wealth of practical information on the leading economic policy institution in the world-the Federal Reserve. This unique book: Addresses the impact of Federal Reserve actions on the economy and the average American's wealth-creation potential Closely examines the Fed's policy objectives, operating techniques, and favorite financial and economic indicators Reviews the modern-day Fed's main challenges Underscores the important role that psychology plays in our nation's economic expansions and contractions Explains asset price bubbles and the implications for the economy Assesses the performance of contemporary Fed leaders such as William McChesney Martin, Paul Volcker, and Alan Greenspan As one of the pioneers of "Fed watching," Dr. Jones knows all there is to know about the Federal Reserve. Take this opportunity to learn how the Federal Reserve's decisions affect your investments as well as the economy as a whole.
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