The Bernie Cornfield Story. [Hardcover] CANTOR, Bert.

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Hardcover has some shelf wear, dustjacket has some small edge tears. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This well-preserved copy offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Bernie Cornfeld, the infamous financier behind the rise and fall of the infamous Investors Overseas Services (IOS) mutual fund empire. Written by renowned author Bert Cantor, this biography delves into Cornfeld’s meteoric ascent from a modest Brooklyn upbringing to becoming a charismatic tycoon who revolutionized the mutual fund industry in the 1960s. Cantor’s meticulous research and vivid storytelling bring to life the high-stakes world of international finance, Cornfeld’s audacious tactics, and the eventual unraveling of his empire amidst allegations of fraud and mismanagement. A captivating read for anyone interested in the intersection of ambition, wealth, and the darker underbelly of Wall Street, this book serves as a cautionary tale about the perils of unchecked greed and the allure of get-rich-quick schemes.