Sam Ball

Discover the fascinating story of the rise and fall of the Roman Empire and its impact on Western civilization, the Catholic Church, and beyond. In this timeless historical work, Edward Gibbon traces the Empire's decline and offers a provocative explanation for its eventual fall. Gibbon argues that the loss of civic virtue among Roman citizens, and their reliance on barbarian mercenaries, led to the Empire's collapse. Explore Gibbon's astute insights and capture a glimpse of Roman life and society like never before.

Investing for Growth is an anthology of essays and letters by leading fund manager Terry Smith. Smith debunks the many myths of investing and advocates for simply buying the best companies in the world. These high-quality companies generate serious amounts of cash and know what to do with it, resulting in a powerful compounding of returns that is almost impossible to beat. Smith also provides practical insights on how to find these companies, where to avoid impostors, and his ten golden rules for investment. The book is a hugely enjoyable and eye-opening tour through some of the most important topics in the world of investing, backed up by analytical rigor.

Discover the future of international conflicts with Tim Marshall's The Power of Geography. In this insightful book, the author identifies the top 10 crisis zones that will shape the 21st century and explores the role of geographical factors in these conflicts. From Australia's confrontation with China to Greece's struggle with Turkey, this book sheds light on the key players and potential solutions for each crisis. Don't miss out on this engaging read that offers a fresh perspective on the challenges of the coming years.

This non-fiction book delves into the postwar trial of the Nazi hierarchy in World War II. It provides a gripping account of the trial proceedings and offers a profound examination of the processes that created international law. The book includes twenty-four photographs of the key players and extensive references, sources and biographies. The author vividly draws each participant, from the whimpering of Kaltenbrunner and Ribbentrop to the icy coolness of Goering.

This book puts economic and political dilemmas into the context of world history, exploring how empires have fallen due to their inability to sustain the cost of greatness. The author uses a strategic-economic approach to provide a shapely narrative that delves into the historical contexts in which power centers prospered. The lesson draws on 15 centuries of statecraft to apply to today's political scene. This work has been widely acclaimed for its careful and learned analysis, providing an enhancement to our historical understanding.

"Transform your views on money and investing with this global personal finance phenomenon. Discover the story of two fathers, one wealthy and entrepreneurial and the other struggling financially, and how their differing perspectives shaped the author's mindset. With over 36 million copies sold worldwide, this book will explode the myth of needing a high income to become rich, challenge traditional beliefs about assets, and show parents why relying on schools for financial education is not enough. Join the millions who have already taken the path to financial freedom with Rich Dad Poor Dad."

Explore the essential role of Wall Street and big banks as engines that power our ideas and promote the proper functioning of the world economy. Written by acclaimed financial journalist William D. Cohan, this timely and counterintuitive book offers a defense of these institutions, highlighting the good they do and their potential to work better for all of us. With his insider knowledge and investigative instincts, Cohan will provide you with a fascinating look into Wall Street's inner workings, explaining the complicated goings-on in terms the lay reader can grasp.

This influential book on investing by Philip Fisher has been regarded by many as gospel for almost forty years. Its investment philosophies are still studied and applied by financiers and investors today. The updated paperback includes the author's son's perspectives and an expanded preface and introduction. Warren Buffet himself says that a thorough understanding of the business, obtained by using Fisher's techniques, enables one to make intelligent investment commitments.