Category: Books

Book Review: How to Get Rich in American History by Joseph S. Moore, Phd.

by Fred Fuld III

The bestseller, How to Get Rich in American History: 300 Years of Financial Advice That Worked (& Didn’t), is one of my favorite books. The author, Joseph S. Moore, Phd. is a professor and financial historian who really knows how to write, and knows how to interweave his writing with lots of humor. 

The book describes how Dr. Moore used historical financial research to determine what works and what doesn’t to become wealthy and live the American Dream. He actually put his money where his research led him, including testing out get-rich-quick schemes and buying land on the moon.

One of my favorite chapters was Chapter 3: Crypto Isn’t the Future; It’s the Past. And in Chapter 6 (another favorite chapter), Moore discusses how he actually created his own crypto currency, and for a while, was a crypto billionaire.

The following are some examples of just a few of the chapters to pique your interest:

  • Real Estate is a Terrible Way to Make Money
  • Going Broke Is Better Than Ever
  • You Can Beat the Market; You Probably Shouldn’t
  • Stocks Used to be Bad For the Long Term

This gives you an idea of some of the varied topics that are covered, and they are addressed in a very interesting (and even funny) way. 

It may sound unusual for a book about how financial history can guide you to wealth, but How to Get Rich in American History is a can’t-put-it-down book for me, and I highly recommend it.

Top Financial Scam Books for the Holidays

If you are looking for some great reading for the holidays, or maybe a great gift for your investor friends and relatives, here are some books on financial scams that are well worth reading. Many of these came out a few years go, but are timeless. Enjoy!

American Kingpin: The Epic Hunt for the Criminal Mastermind Behind the Silk Road by Nick Bilton
You have probably heard of the Silk Road but do you know anything about the guy behind it? How he started it, how it grew beyond his or anyone’s wildest dreams, and how money and power can corrupt. It also corrupted some members of law enforcement. An amazing story and a book that reads like a page-turner mystery.

Billion Dollar Whale: The Man Who Fooled Wall Street, Hollywood, and the World by Tom Wright & Bradley Hope
If you have seen the Wolf of Wall Street movie, but you don’t know where the money came from to make the movie, you need to read this book! How billions were swindled with the help of a major investment banking company. The parties were unbelievable, and included such guests as Leonardo DiCaprio and Paris Hilton. The jewelry was unbelievable. The yachts were unbelievable.

Alligator Blood by James Leighton
An Australian in his 20s goes from delivering pizzas to becoming one of the richest people in Australia from online poker. What happens next …

Red Notice: A True Story of High Finance, Murder, and One Man’s Fight for Justice by Bill Browder
A timely book these days. How the author made a huge amount of money trading Russian shares, and the dark consequences of doing so.

Black Edge: Inside Information, Dirty Money, and the Quest to Bring Down the Most Wanted Man on Wall Street by Sheelah Kolhatkar
About, Steve Cohen, SAC Capital, insider trading, government investigators, and billions of dollars in profits.

The Buy Side: A Wall Street Trader’s Tale of Spectacular Excess by Turney Duff
Autobiographical story of sex, drugs, hedge funds, and lots of money.

The Spider Network: How a Math Genius and a Gang of Scheming Bankers Pulled Off One of the Greatest Scams in History by David Enrich
Have not read this yet, but it’s on my next non-fiction book to read. 4.5 stars on Amazon.

Happy reading!

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Top Investment Books for November 2025

Looking for some reading material while you are waiting in the airport for your flight? Grab some of the latest top selling investment and business books.

These also make great gifts. Here they are:

The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness 
by Morgan Housel 

The Little Book of Common Sense Investing: The Only Way to Guarantee Your Fair Share of Stock Market Returns (Little Books. Big Profits) Updated and Revised Edition 
by John C. Bogle

A Beginner’s Guide to the Stock Market: Everything You Need to Start Making Money Today 
by Matthew Kratter

The Simple Path to Wealth: Your Road Map to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life 
by J L Collins

Investing 101: From Stocks and Bonds to ETFs and IPOs, an Essential Primer on Building a Profitable Portfolio
by Michele Cagan

How to Make Money in Any Market
by Jim Cramer

The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for Financial Security 
by Scott Galloway

Investment Trivia: The Fun Side of Money, Stocks, Bonds, and Wall Street 
by Fred Fuld III

Top Selling Investment Books

Buffett’s 2-Step Stock Market Strategy: Know When to Buy A Stock, Become a Millionaire, Get The Highest Returns

The Only Investment Guide You’ll Ever Need: Revised Edition

A Beginner’s Guide to the Stock Market: Everything You Need to Start Making Money Today

Stock Investing For Dummies

The Intelligent Investor Rev Ed.: The Definitive Book on Value Investing

The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness

The Little Book of Common Sense Investing: The Only Way to Guarantee Your Fair Share of Stock Market Returns

Investing 101: From Stocks and Bonds to ETFs and IPOs, an Essential Primer on Building a Profitable Portfolio

Investing QuickStart Guide: The Simplified Beginner’s Guide to Successfully Navigating the Stock Market, Growing Your Wealth & Creating a Secure Financial Future

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Book Review: Experiencing the American Dream

by Fred Fuld III

Mark Matson’s Experiencing the American Dream isn’t your typical dry finance book. It’s a wake-up call wrapped in a roadmap, guiding you towards financial freedom and a life designed by you. Matson shatters the myth of the get-rich-quick schemes and dives deep into the core principles of investing, presented in a clear and engaging way.

This book is more than just about building wealth. It’s about cultivating a healthy relationship with investments and money. Matson’s approach is refreshing, emphasizing the importance of investing your time and energy alongside your money.

To be totally forthright and so that you realize that this is an honest book review, there were a few very minor things that I disagreed with in the book, relating to time frames on some charts, certain stocks that were mentioned, and what are considered investment assets.

But I have minor disagreements with almost every book I read on investing. My opinions do not detract from the book in any way, as I consider the book to be complete, straightforward, and well written, with excellent documentation.

By the way, my favorite chapter is Chapter 5: The Investing Industry is Broken.

Here’s what truly elevates Experiencing the American Dream:

  • Actionable Advice: Matson doesn’t just talk the talk, he walks the walk. The book contains practical strategies and tools you can implement immediately, regardless of your financial background.
  • Focus on Purpose: This book goes beyond the numbers, prompting you to define what the American Dream truly means for you. By connecting your finances to your passions, Matson helps you build a life of fulfillment, not just a bigger bank account.
  • Solid Foundation: Backed by Nobel Prize-winning research, Matson’s methods are grounded in sound financial principles. You can be confident that you’re getting solid advice you can trust.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your investment approach, Experiencing the American Dream is a must-read. Matson empowers you to take control of your financial future and live a life on your own terms.

Acquisitional Wealth: A Game-Changer for Financial Freedom

by Fred Fuld III

It is rare that I read a book cover-to cover. This is one of them.

Josh Tolley’s Acquisitional Wealth: The Fastest, Most Proven Way to Create Life-Changing Prosperity is a breath of fresh air in the personal finance genre. Forget the slow slog of traditional wealth-building advice. This book cuts to the chase, revealing the power of acquisition as the key to financial transformation.

Tolley argues convincingly that the wealthy have known this secret for ages, and Acquisitional Wealth unlocks it for you. The book lays out a clear, actionable plan for acquiring businesses, not just any businesses, but those primed for growth and profitability.

Here’s what truly impressed me:

  • Simple Yet Powerful: The core concept is deceptively simple, focusing on acquisition over time-consuming ventures like stock picking. But the practical steps to find and evaluate businesses are well-explained.
  • Actionable Strategies: Tolley doesn’t just provide theory. He offers a roadmap, complete with resources and guidance, to put his ideas into action.
  • Mindset Shift: This book is more than just strategies. It’s about challenging limiting beliefs and approaching wealth-building with a new perspective.

I like the fact that he goes into great detail without being boring. For example, after you buy a business and have your first meeting with the employees, he even tells you what type of food to serve at the meeting.

Whether you’re a complete novice or a seasoned investor, Acquisitional Wealth has something to offer. It’s not a get-rich-quick scheme, but a realistic and empowering path to financial independence.

If you’re ready to ditch the slow lane and take control of your financial future, this book is a must-read.

 

   

  

 

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3 New Must Read Investment Books

Looking for reading material during the holidays? Looking for a great gift for your investor friends?

by Fred Fuld III

Looking for reading material during the holidays? Looking for a great gift for your investor friends? Look no further than these investment and stock market related books, all of which came out in the last twelve months.

How to Invest: Masters of the Craft

How to Invest: Masters of the Craft by David M. Rubenstein, co-founder of the Carlyle Group, was just released a couple months ago. It is a great compilation of interviews and conversations the author has had with famous investors, such as Ron Baron, John Rogers, Seth Klarman, Ray Dalio, Marc Andreeson, and many others. It doesn’t just cover the stock market; it also includes real estate, fixed income, SPACs, venture capital, and private equity.

Inflation: What It Is, Why It’s Bad, and How to Fix It

Inflation: What It Is, Why It’s Bad, and How to Fix It by Steve Forbes, Nathan Lewis, and Elizabeth Ames was published in April of this year. It covers the history of inflation, why it i bad for society as a whole, what happens if we get hyperinflation, and what can be done to prevent it.

The Cloud Revolution: How the convergence of New Technologies will Unleash the Next Economic Boom and a Roaring 2020s

The Cloud Revolution: How the convergence of New Technologies will Unleash the Next Economic Boom and a Roaring 2020s by Mark P. Mills came out just twelve months ago. It is a very extensive book covering technology from the aspects of information, machines, work, health. education, entertainment, and science. My favorite chapter was Chapter 16 – Work: The “End of Work” Myth.

Hopefully at least one of these books will help you out with your trading.

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Above Quota Performance: Tips and Techniques to Becoming a Master Sales Pro

by Fred Fuld III

If you work in sales, and many employees are involved in sales in some form even though they aren’t considered a salesperson, you need to read Above Quota Performance: Tips and Techniques to Becoming a Master Sales Pro, by Steve Weinberg.

This is an extensive guide which covers all aspects of selling; everything from how to get “The Edge”, to the sweet spot to prospect, to the characteristics of high performers.

My favorite chapter is “How to Use LinkedIn for Business Development,” where the author uses the analogy of “Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon.” Many tips and best practices are also included.

The book has charts and summaries throughout along with bonus tips and a checklist at the end.

If you have anything to do with sales, I highly recommend Above Quota Performance.

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Start Your Investment Related Christmas Shopping Now

by Fred Fuld III

Don’t wait until the last minute to do your holiday shopping. Now is a great time to get a gift for your relatives and friends who like to invest or trade stocks.

The following may give you some great ideas to give as presents.

Bronze Bull and Bear Sculpture

The statue measures 10 inches wide by 9.5 inches high, and weighs 6 pounds. The state has a bronze finish with great detail.

Stock Market Wall Street Decision Maker Desk Paperweight

This is cool! A paperweight that you can spin to determine if you should buy, sell, hold, short, etc.

Wall Street Double Feature

Available in both Blu-Ray and DVD.

Stock Traders Almanac 2023


Every stock trader should have this. Filled with great information.

Bull and Bear Cuff Links

Know anyone who still wears cuff links? This would make a perfect gift.

Investment Trivia Book

This book has all kinds of trivia about the stock market, venture capital, bitcoin, and much more!

Bull Market T-Shirt

Here’s a Great Gift for Less Than 20 Bucks!
“I MADE MY MONEY BY BEING A BULL”

Bear Market T-Shirt

For those friends of yours who made their fortune by shorting the market.

Start your holiday shopping early.

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Show the Value of What You Do

The book, Show the Value of What You Do, is for the owners of small and medium size businesses, managers, and various professionals.

It is written by Patricia Pulliam Phillips and and Jack J. Phillips, the co-founders of the ROI Institute.

The book covers what can b done to show the value of projects, and provide a Return on Investment, no matter what kind of project it is.

Numerous real life examples are included, along with Next Steps at the end of each chapter.

My favorite chapter was Chapter 6: What Is It Worth? Analyze the Data, because it shows that almost any project can be converted to monetary measurements.

If you are looking for ways to measure and attain success, read Show the Value of What You Do.

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