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THE MAN WHO KNEW is the perfect book for this time in our country's history. Mr. Mallaby's book is a thorough review of the Fed System, including FOMC deliberations, the materiality of politics that impact Fed decisions and the politics of arm twisting that are so prevalent in this arena.

What makes this book so very compelling is associated with the vast swath of disciplines incorporated to truly forge a comprehensive, thoughtful, balanced, and technical explanation of both subtle and broad operations of the Federal Reserve System, its relation to political considerations and, ultimately, the resulting impact on this country and its citizens.

By focusing primarily on Alan Greenspan, the longest serving Fed Chairman, the economics, finance, and Fed decision process is both broadly explicated and (interestingly) humanized—a tough job in economics. Mallaby does this by employing and combining aspects of Greenspan's childhood development, family relationships (including possible psychological impacts) and work background. This includes his desire to become a musician; he played the sax and clarinet professionally for Henry Jerome and His Orchestra before going to NYU to study finance and thereafter economics. (His PhD thesis is at least a basis in economic logic for forming his friendship with Ayn Rand, author of Atlas Shrugged fame, inter alia.)

This mosaic is incorporated into a fully framed discussion of the operational mechanisms of Fed decision making, including, the litany of economic theories employed over more than 50 years; starting, for purposes of this book, in the 1950's and, basically, concluding when Greenspan’s term ended in 2006.

Greenspan and those before and after him at the Fed made a variety of decisions based on the aforementioned theories which impacted this country positively, and negatively --- sometimes catastrophically. Mallaby pulls no punches. What makes this book a more complete and fulfilling educational experience is his comprehensive analysis of the economic, political, and inter-human relationships that tell the full story; along with a full analysis of the monetary and fiscal theories which were such an important series of considerations during this time frame.

I would only add this addendum. Mallaby's book is extremely well researched and written. (I have read his previous excellent book: More Money than God: Hedge Funds and the Making of the New Elite.) Both are inclusive of associated, relevant economic and technical financial concepts. Some knowledge in this area would be helpful. That said, this should not be a deterrent. It is a real education "across the board". Both were a joy to read.


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The Man Who Knew The Life and Times of Alan Greenspan Sebastian Mallaby 9781594204845 Books Reviews

Excellent biography by Mr. Mallaby of one of the most influential public figures of the last 40 years. Combining insightful reflections of Mr. Greenspan's personal life with a great overview of the economic and political debates over the last four decades, The Man to Know is essential reading for anyone interested in monetary, economic or political affairs.
I liked this book a lot, it gave me a better perspective on Greenspan as a person, and went counter-intuitive to most things we're told about his decisions leading up to his resignation and the crash in 2008. I'm not very good with economic theory, though, so some of the more dense topics were lost on me. The author does a good job of guiding you through them and getting you to the other side.
In order to put Alan Greenspan's life in perspective, Mallaby writes a succinct history of the American economy. A very worthwhile read, and puts Greenspan's accomplishments in perspective. While he may not have been the smartest man in the world, we were lucky to have him as Fed chairman.
A thorough and well-researched history and one that is very well written and eminently readable despite its size. The author does interject his own opinion on the conduct of monetary (and fiscal) policy to a greater degree than would seem appropriate for such a biography, but not so much as to detract from the book's overall value.
Well researched and written. As much of an expose of the dynamics of the fed as it is an examination of Greenspan. Greenspan is a rare, brilliant, fascinating and dynamic individual.
I bought this book with reservations due to how much has been written about Chairman Greenspan. However to any fed watchers, this is the most insightful book I have read on Fed thinking and recent economic history I have ever read. It also portraits Greenspan in a more fair light. Rather than scapegoating him for the 2008 crisis, the books points to his sharp analytical skills and his huge call on how productivity was underestimated in the 90s. That allowed him to keep interest rates low and by doing so giving employment to so many millions of Americans. Let's remember the 1990s was the last decade when income inequality actually DECREASED.
Allen Greenspan is a towering figure in American lives for the last 30 plus years whether people realize this or not. When I saw this book, I thought I would pass because I had read Greenspan's autobiography (which was well done). However, after listening to Mallaby in an interview and reading the many positive reviews, I wanted to read this book.

This is a terrifically well written book. The subject is infinitely interesting. Why? Greenspan was a living contradiction. Follower of Ayn Rand. Opponent of Keynesian policies, but yet someone who resorted to Keynesian policies at times. Inscrutable in public appearances, yet someone seemingly in love with his celebrity. Shy, but a musician in a band as a young man.

This book is a great examination of the last 60 plus years of American history and economic history. This book is not just a simple biography, but a examination of economic policies. Greenspan, more than his predecessor Paul Volker, transformed the Federal Reserve from minor player, to a source of power in our present government formulation (for better or worse).

I really enjoyed this book and it is well worth reading. Recommended.
THE MAN WHO KNEW is the perfect book for this time in our country's history. Mr. Mallaby's book is a thorough review of the Fed System, including FOMC deliberations, the materiality of politics that impact Fed decisions and the politics of arm twisting that are so prevalent in this arena.

What makes this book so very compelling is associated with the vast swath of disciplines incorporated to truly forge a comprehensive, thoughtful, balanced, and technical explanation of both subtle and broad operations of the Federal Reserve System, its relation to political considerations and, ultimately, the resulting impact on this country and its citizens.

By focusing primarily on Alan Greenspan, the longest serving Fed Chairman, the economics, finance, and Fed decision process is both broadly explicated and (interestingly) humanized—a tough job in economics. Mallaby does this by employing and combining aspects of Greenspan's childhood development, family relationships (including possible psychological impacts) and work background. This includes his desire to become a musician; he played the sax and clarinet professionally for Henry Jerome and His Orchestra before going to NYU to study finance and thereafter economics. (His PhD thesis is at least a basis in economic logic for forming his friendship with Ayn Rand, author of Atlas Shrugged fame, inter alia.)

This mosaic is incorporated into a fully framed discussion of the operational mechanisms of Fed decision making, including, the litany of economic theories employed over more than 50 years; starting, for purposes of this book, in the 1950's and, basically, concluding when Greenspan’s term ended in 2006.

Greenspan and those before and after him at the Fed made a variety of decisions based on the aforementioned theories which impacted this country positively, and negatively --- sometimes catastrophically. Mallaby pulls no punches. What makes this book a more complete and fulfilling educational experience is his comprehensive analysis of the economic, political, and inter-human relationships that tell the full story; along with a full analysis of the monetary and fiscal theories which were such an important series of considerations during this time frame.

I would only add this addendum. Mallaby's book is extremely well researched and written. (I have read his previous excellent book More Money than God Hedge Funds and the Making of the New Elite.) Both are inclusive of associated, relevant economic and technical financial concepts. Some knowledge in this area would be helpful. That said, this should not be a deterrent. It is a real education "across the board". Both were a joy to read.