The Cell Game
$7.70“The Cell Game” by Alex Prud’homme examines Sam Waksal’s risky ventures in the biotech world. It details his role in ImClone’s cancer drug development and the ensuing scandal. Waksal’s pursuit of quick profits highlights the tensions between innovation and ethics in the industry, ultimately revealing significant consequences for patients and investors.
The Emperor of Scent
$6.60Follows Luca Turin’s scientific journey, unraveling perfume’s mysteries through obsession, innovation, and the science of smell.
The Every-Day Life of Abraham Lincoln
$0.99“The Every-Day Life of Abraham Lincoln” by Francis Fisher Browne explores Lincoln’s personal and public life. The book shares daily experiences, struggles, and achievements. Lincoln’s character, leadership, and values are shown through short stories. Readers gain insight into his journey.
The Exchange Artist
$3.33Jane Kamensky recounts the dramatic story of America’s first banking collapse and its infamous mastermind.
The First Billion Is the Hardest
$4.25T. Boone Pickens shares candid reflections on his business comebacks and vision for America’s energy future.
The First Tycoon
$6.15“The First Tycoon” explores Cornelius Vanderbilt’s remarkable journey from humble beginnings to immense wealth. T.J. Stiles reveals Vanderbilt’s business strategies, innovations in transportation, and ruthless competition. The book illustrates his impact on America’s economy and society, showcasing both his successes and personal challenges, making it a compelling narrative of ambition and power.
The Greatest Trade Ever
$6.15In “The Greatest Trade Ever,” Gregory Zuckerman details John Paulson’s bold strategy against Wall Street. Amid a housing market collapse, Paulson accurately predicted the financial crisis. His innovative trading techniques led to significant profits. The book reveals the complexities and risks of his journey, showcasing how he reshaped financial history.
The Hard Road to the Softer Side
$2.75Reveals Sears’s dramatic transformation, leadership challenges, and key lessons learned on the journey to corporate renewal.
The House of Mondavi
$3.33Julia Flynn Siler chronicles the dramatic rise and fall of the influential Mondavi American wine dynasty.
The House of Packer
$6.99Traces the Packer family’s rise, ambition, and strategies that built an influential Australian media empire.
The King of Oil
$6.40“The King of Oil” reveals the intriguing life of Marc Rich. Rich, a controversial oil trader, revolutionized the commodities market. He faced legal challenges and exile, yet maintained a powerful global network. Daniel Ammann explores Rich’s influence on politics and business, highlighting both his immense wealth and divisive legacy.
The Life and Legend of E. H. Harriman
$14.25E. H. Harriman’s relentless ambition revolutionized railroads, forging an enduring legacy in American business and industry.
