A compilation of speeches, wisdom, and life philosophy from billionaire investor Charlie Munger, Poor Charlie’s Almanack offers insights into decision-making, mental models, and value investing. Munger, Warren Buffett’s longtime partner at Berkshire Hathaway, emphasizes multidisciplinary thinking, rationality, and lifelong learning. Packed with anecdotes, humor, and practical advice, the book blends financial acumen with timeless life lessons. Ideal for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone seeking intellectual enrichment, it’s both a business manual and a guide to clear thinking and ethical living.
About Charles T. Munger
An American investor, businessman, and philanthropist, widely known as the vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and Warren Buffett's longtime business partner. His writings and speeches, collected in Poor Charlie's Almanack, offer profound insights into multidisciplinary thinking, investing principles, and practical wisdom for decision-making. Munger's sharp intellect and common-sense approach to business and life have made him a revered figure in finance and beyond.
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