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A Fool and His Money: The Odyssey of an Average Investor"There is one thing that can be said about A Fool and His Moneythat cannot be said about any other colume of investment advice: You will never make a penny from the information in this book. Nowork on the subject of personal finance has even tried to make thisclaim before. That is because works on the subject of personalfinance are all lying. John Rothchild is the only fully honestauthor in the genre." from the Foreword by P. J. O'Rourke. A veritable
"There is one thing that can be said about A Fool and His Moneythat cannot be said about any other colume of investment advice: You will never make a penny from the information in this book. Nowork on the subject of personal finance has even tried to make thisclaim before. That is because works on the subject of personalfinance are all lying. John Rothchild is the only fully honestauthor in the genre."--from the Foreword by P. J. O'Rourke. A veritable gold mine of comic insight into the predicament of anaverage investor's avid pursuit of wealth, A Fool and His Money isJohn Rothchild's critically acclaimed personal account of a yeardevoted to investing his money in the markets. The entireinvestment world--its characters, institutions, customs, andmyths-passes under Rothchild's sharp and profoundly humorousscrutiny. Acclaim for A Fool and His Money "What makes this book so good is that Rothchild can explain thingslike naked puts . . . and leave the reader both edified andlaughing. . . . Witty, fast-paced, and educational."--TheWashington Post. "You'll relish John Rothchild's comic tale. . . . The book nearsguaranteed delight."--Newsday. "A Fool and His Money may be the funniest book about investing everwritten. It's a reader's capital gain."--New York Post. You set aside some money, quit your job, devote yourself entirelyto studying the markets, and start to invest. Then, through hardwork and your own magical intuition, you become so wealthy yourmajor concern is finding a fashionable hobby to soak up yourabundant leisure time. All in about a year. Now, thanks to this hugely entertaining and informative book, youcan live out the fantasy without risking your money, your job--oryour sanity. Since its acclaimed debut a decade ago, A Fool and His Money hasbecome a treasured investment classic. It's the comic, firsthandaccount of a first-time investor who sets out to make his wildestmoney dreams come true. In a surge of optimism and enterprise, financial writer JohnRothchild drops everything to devote an entire year to learning howto invest a modest sum of money. Motivated by a sincere desire toget rich, he undertakes his mission by systematically studying asmuch as he can about the markets and how they really operate. Hefearlessly asks the most basic questions, observes theprofessionals at work, studies the newsletters, makes investments, and reports back on everything--including his own highly personaland often hilarious reactions. With Rothchild as your guide through the marketplace, you will:* Eavesdrop as his broker explains in fluent double-talk why heshould buy a certain "hot stock"
* Share in his buyer's remorse as Rothchild purchases an unknowntechnology company stock that puts him on an emotional rollercoaster
* Be humbled as he enters the almighty Federal Reserve Bank andstruggles to understand its omnipotent power over his personalfinances
* Witness the excitement and confusion of the Commodities Exchangeand find out what pork bellies really are
* Hear firsthand the enigmatic and undoubtedly wise words ofvarious wizards of Wall Street
* Sympathize with Rothchild as he explains his transactions to hisloved ones
* Blush as he shamelessly attempts to deceive them. In a gesture of pure magnanimity, Rothchild also includes thehard-won bits of wisdom he calls his "25 Useful Tips"--whichinclude such sage advice as "Never buy anything from a broker at anairport"--and his handy "Fool's Glossary," which clarifies many ofthe technical terms used in the book. Clever, funny, and informative, A Fool and His Money will rewardinvestors at all levels of experience with a revelation on everypage.
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Wiley
Published: 03/30/1998
ISBN: 9780471251514
Pages: 272
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.79h x 5.81w x 0.96d
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2024
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Perfect Lightweight Sun Visor for Active Days
Size: One Size, Color: Black/Silver Reflective/3
I’m so impressed with the adidas Superlite Sun Visor—it’s become my go-to for all my outdoor activities. The lightweight design makes it incredibly comfortable to wear for hours without feeling any pressure on my head. I love how the black with silver reflective detailing gives it a sleek, sporty look while also adding visibility in low light. The moisture-wicking fabric keeps sweat away, so I stay cool and dry even during intense workouts or long walks in the sun. The adjustable strap ensures a perfect fit every time, and it stays securely in place without slipping. It provides great sun protection for my face and eyes without making me feel overheated like a full cap sometimes can. Whether I’m playing tennis, golfing, running, or just out for a casual day, it performs beautifully. The quality is outstanding, and it holds up perfectly after many uses. This visor is stylish, functional, and a must-have for anyone who spends time outdoors.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2025
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Gorgeous charcoal color
Size: One Size, Color: Black/Silver Reflective/3
Lightweight and perfect for indoor or outdoor use: at the pool, beach, lake, gym, trail, yard work or watching outdoor sporting events.
Another plus: the band soaks up my sweat and keeps my eyes and contacts free of “runoff” while the size of the bill is just big enough to shade my face.
Also, it isn’t bulky, fitting perfectly under my bike helmet. This is a bonus that provides a smooth transition from bike trail to bike brewery! No more wasted time making myself look presentable.
When the humidity is high, this also functions as a bad hair banisher in any scenario. However, the feature I find most useful is the Velcro strap to make adjustments to your head and hairstyle. Yeah it can grab your hair if not careful but also I don’t need to adjust it like I did with another comparable brand. It’s a trade off I’m willing to make.
I already own one from years and years ago. Quality is still a good as it ever was.
I’m glad I ordered the charcoal with rose gold logo-the color combo is just what I was looking for to update my basic black one. The logo has a slight metallic sheen, definitely not matte but also not glitter city.
It’s perfectly priced for the quality, style and fit. Very happy with my purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2022
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I love Adidas visors great fit!
Size: One Size, Color: Ray Blue/White/3
Every time I buy an Adidas visor I am in love. They fit pefectly on my smaller type head but they adjust to I assume a large woman. I love the feel, the light weight, the brim is perfect length and the size just works for me. I use them for golf. This color is not quite cobalt and not quite royal. More of a cerulean blue. Very pretty and it goes great with my golf attire. I am embarrassed to say I own 10 Adidas visors.. Wish they made yellow.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2026
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Nice visor
Size: One Size, Color: Grey Six/Rose Gold/3
I bought it for trail running in the woods - keeps the glare off my glasses so I can see obstacles. It gets soaked really fast making it heavy but it's really week made and I love the colors.
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