American Revolution: The Fall of Wall Street and the Rise of Barack Obama: Quart

Discover a profound journey through one of America's most pivotal moments with 'American Revolution: The Fall of Wall Street and the Rise of Barack Obama.' This 128-page trade paperback, published by Black Inc in 2008, presents an insightful examination of the intersection between the economic turmoil of 2008 and the transformative election of Barack Obama. Author Kate Jennings captures the gripping atmosphere of an election year, where every day's developments felt monumental. As she weaves through the financial chaos—the plunging DOW, unpredictable VIX, and troubling LIBOR spreads—readers witness how these factors shaped a nation on the brink of change. This book is not just an essay; it's a critical analysis of key political figures like Obama, Palin, McCain, and the Clintons, framed within complex concepts such as derivatives, bailouts, and moral hazard. Jennings' eloquent prose brings forth witty and poetic reflections that resonate in a time of uncertainty. Perfect for history enthusiasts and political scholars, this essential read offers a unique lens on America's evolution from despair to hope. Embrace the insights of 'American Revolution' and add it to your collection today! Enjoy FREE shipping on this captivating product, though combined shipping for other items is not available. Please allow up to 10 days for delivery.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781863953115
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2008
Publisher: Black Inc
Pages: 128


Description:
Kate Jennings was in New York, eyes wide open, completing her take on an amazing time- 'the run-up to the election . . . a time when every day felt like a year and we became slightly crazed from worry but also mesmerised, unable to switch off the cable news stations, obsessively tracking the DOW, VIX, LIBOR spreads, polls in red states. So much at stake.'

American Revolution is a dazzling and perceptive look at the United States between hope and despair- an election-year kaleidoscope. Jennings describes how and why the US economy fell off a cliff and how an apparently endless run of primaries and an increasingly rancorous campaign culminated in a world-changing victory. She surveys the characters - Obama, Palin, McCain and the Clintons - and conveys the concepts - derivatives, bailouts and moral hazard. This is an essay that shows America in fascinating flux- it is witty and poetic, acute and evocative.

'The television networks are justifiably in raptures about the historic election of an African-American as the president. All the same . . . to reduce Obama to a label, to 'African-American,' does him - and us - a disservice. He wasn't elected for the colour of his skin; he was elected because he offered the hope of a wise, steady and healing leadership to a country bullied and battered in the name of patriotism, plundered and pillaged in the name of free markets, neglected and abandoned in the name of small government.' -Kate Jennings, American Revolution


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