This is the second book about the financial system we have read by Michael Lewis. He's a breezy writer who helps make our byzantine financial system understandable, although once understood we feel the need to take a long, hot shower. Some of us thought the vivid stories about investment bankers acting like arrogant frat boys seemed a bit exaggerated, while others said, hey, that's probably the way it is. The restaurant, Piccolo, struck us as a fine place with good service but offered small portions at a high price.
Our next book is Lynne Olson's Citizens of London. We also considered her other books: A Question of Honor and Troublesome Young Men. Her writing focuses on the WWII era. We also considered Nora Titone, My Thoughts Be Bloody. The next meeting is scheduled for January 25. Roger will bring suggestions for the next book.
