Poor Charlie’s Almanack: The Essential Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger
Gain access to the enduring wit and wisdom of Charles T. Munger, the legendary vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway. This essential volume compiles eleven of Munger's talks delivered between 1986 and 2007, offering profound lessons on investment strategy, philanthropy, and leading a rational and ethical life. It serves as a touchstone for investors and entrepreneurs seeking to absorb the insights of one of the 20th and 21st centuries' great minds.
The book draws upon Munger’s encyclopedic knowledge spanning business, finance, history, philosophy, physics, and ethics to introduce the latticework of mental models that define his rigorous approach to decision-making and learning. Delivered with Munger’s characteristic sharp wit, this book is designed to help readers become wiser each day.
Key Insights & Endorsements
- Offers lessons in investment strategy, philanthropy, and living a rational and ethical life from the vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway.
- Features Munger’s characteristic sharp wit and rhetorical flair throughout the compiled talks.
- Described as a "timeless classic that will change how you approach life" with "a billion-dollar education inside."
- Highlights Munger’s views on avoiding misery, choosing business partners, and applying "Mungerisms" to all aspects of life.
- Includes a foreword by Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.
About the Author and Editor
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Author: Charles T. Munger (1924–2023), investor, businessman, former real estate attorney, and vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway.
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Editor: Peter D. Kaufman, chairman and CEO of Glenair, Inc., who compiled the talks given by his longtime friend.
Specifications
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Binding: Paperback
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Language: English
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Contributors: Charles T. Munger (author), Peter D. Kaufman (editor), Warren Buffett (foreword), John Collison (foreword)
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Dimensions: 114x51x184mm
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Weight: 390g
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Manufacturer: Stripe Press
This volume is an essential read for anyone looking to incorporate the profound, practical wisdom of Charles T. Munger into their personal and professional decision-making processes.