This book pulls no punches when it comes to the dirty tricks and big blunders that have shaken markets throughout history.

From the South Sea Bubble to the Dot-com Crash, it lays out how greed, overconfidence, and poor risk control turned speculation into disaster.

You'll see how reckless investments, market manipulation, and faulty oversight have caused some of the most notorious financial collapses. But it’s not just about the past.

The chapters also dig into lessons modern investors should remember—like the dangers of herd behavior, overleveraging, and ignoring due diligence.

Whether you're into stocks, derivatives, or currency markets, knowing these pitfalls can help you sidestep costly mistakes and make smarter decisions.