When Genius Failed, How Big Things Get Done 2 Books Collection Set

Unveil a compelling book collection in the When Genius Failed, How Big Things Get Done 2 Books Collection Set. BRAND NEW and offered in paperback, this two-book gift set pairs a gripping hedge-fund narrative with a rigorous guide to turning bold visions into reality. Perfect for readers who crave real-world finance stories, project planning insights, and practical lessons in execution. ISBN: 9781040916186. This book collection is an excellent choice for students, professionals, parents, teachers, and gift buyers seeking thoughtful, transferable knowledge about risk, strategy, and delivery.

When Genius Failed

Picking up where Liar’s Poker left off (literally, in the bond dealer’s desks of Salomon Brothers), the story of Long-Term Capital Management is of a group of elite investors who believed they could beat the market and, like alchemists, create limitless wealth for themselves and their partners. Founded by John Meriweather, a notoriously confident bond dealer, along with two Nobel prize winners and a floor of Wall Street’s brightest and best, Long-Term Captial Management was from the beginning hailed as a new gold standard in investing. It was to be the hedge fund to end all other hedge funds: a discreet private investment club limited to those rich enough to pony up millions. This section offers a sobering, insightful look at hubris, risk management, and the consequences when complex bets unravel, making it essential reading for anyone exploring financial history, market dynamics, or the psychology of big risk.

How Big Things Get Done

Nothing is more inspiring than a big vision that becomes a triumphant new reality. Think of how Apple’s iPod went from a project with a single employee to an enormously successful product launch in eleven months. But such successes are the exception. Consider how London’s Crossrail project delivered five years late and billions over budget. More modest endeavours, whether launching a small business, organizing a conference, or just finishing a work project on time, also commonly fail. Why? Understanding what distinguishes the triumphs from the failures has been the life’s work of Oxford professor Bent Flyvbjerg. This section provides clear, evidence-based insights into foresight, planning, risk, and governance, helping readers apply these lessons to their own ventures, whether in corporate strategy, education, or personal projects.

• Gain practical lessons on risk assessment, decision making, and project delivery from two complementary perspectives: finance history and megaproject management.
• Ideal for book collections that explore business strategy, economics, and organizational behavior.
• Great as a thoughtful gift set for students, professionals, and curious readers interested in how big things get done—and why some fail.
• Enhances classroom or study group discussions with real-world case studies and actionable takeaways.

Whether you’re building a personal study in business history or seeking trustworthy guidance for large-scale planning, this 2-books collection offers trusted, authentic insights. From an award-worthy deep dive into one of Wall Street’s most infamous episodes to a rigorous framework for successful execution of ambitious projects, it’s a timeless, practical addition to any bookshelf. Perfect for classroom use, bedtime reading that sparks discussion, or a thoughtful gift set for aspiring leaders and curious minds alike.