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A Week in Wall Street / By One Who Knows

By Frederick Jackson
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A satirical account of financial life that traces the emergence of joint-stock companies and the broker class through episodic sketches. It combines comic portraits—most notably a farcical kennel-themed stock speculation—with practical explanations of how stocks are traded, discounts arranged, and failures managed, culminating in a defaulter episode and a market panic. Interspersed moral reflections critique lax credit practices and the erosion of public trust amid speculative culture.

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Frederick Jackson

Frederick Jackson is an author known for his work "A Week in Wall Street / By One Who Knows," which provides insights into the financial world of Wall Street. His writing reflects a keen understanding of economic principles and the intricacies of the stock market during his time. Jackson's perspective offers readers a glimpse into the financial practices and societal impacts of the early 20th century, making his work a valuable resource for those interested in the history of finance and economic thought.

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