About the Book: 1929 by Andrew Ross Sorkin is a gripping account of the Wall Street Crash that triggered the Great Depression. Drawing on historical records and newly uncovered sources, the book examines the ambitions, decisions, and failures of financiers, policymakers, and investors during one of history’s most devastating financial crises. Beyond recounting the market collapse, it explores the psychology of speculation, the dangers of unchecked optimism, and the recurring patterns that shape economic booms and busts. Blending history with financial insight, this compelling narrative offers valuable lessons for understanding modern markets and the warning signs that often precede economic upheaval.