Gapper J (3 results)

Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,650grams, ISBN:9780241137567. …

Paperback. Condition: Good. 364 pages. pp 364 slight edge wearThe definitive, classic account of the fall of the House of Baring and the ultim ate rogue trader Nick Leeson. John Gapper, associate editor of the Financial Tim es, and his co-author Nick Denton, now founder of Gawker Media, interviewed the major players involved in the collapse of one of England's oldest banks. All Tha t Glitters reveals the Faustian deal struck between the whizz-kid traders who se emed to be bringing in huge profits and the grandees who were happy to pocket th em without asking too many questions. For the first time, the actions and motive s of Nick Leeson and all the participants are explained, including the final day s when politicians and bankers made a last-ditch attempt to save the bank.…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Stapled booklet. 20.5x16.5cm. 32 pages. Clean and tight. No inscriptions. Booklet is undated except for the centre pages map is dated 1973. Dispatched Royal Mail First Class with TRACKING next working day or sooner securely boxed in cardboard. Charles Yeates (illustrator).…