15. September 2007 03:07
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matt
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Blink (2007) by Malcolm Gladwell
I was not impressed with Blink by Malcolm Gladwell. The entire book left me hanging hoping for an answer that lingered through each chapter, "so what?" What seemed to be a collection of articles from sociology journals, I didn't feel this book came to any conclusion or had a specific purpose other than to present research. Although several points in the book were interesting, I didn't feel it was overall useful. Perhaps someone interested in the research presented would find this to be a great book. I did not. Therefore, here is a rare instance that I do not recommend a book.
1. September 2007 05:52
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matt
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The Little Book that Beats the Market is a wonderful book. Although I can't validate the promise of Joel Greenblatt's "Magic Formula", his clear and concise outline of investing is insightful for novice to mediocre investors. Throughout the book I was taken back by Greenblatt's casual language, but in the end it convinced me that the strategies found within did not smell of a gimmick. As I enjoyed each chapter I was waiting for the "sales pitch" to a particular investment product or program, but that never happened. With that said and considering the free website he offers, I extend my recommendation of Joel Greenblatt's Little Book that Beats the Market.
Period: September 2007