Reminiscences of a Stock Operator: With New Commentary and Insights on the Life and Times of Jesse Livermore

I'd heard much hype about this book.. and indeed was going to buy it back in 2009, though never got round to it..I finished it last week. Amazing book overall.I found so many truths in markets and psychology of a trader today that were exactly the same 100 years ago, it really surprised me.I really liked hearing out how Jesse would read the tape, and also about his problem of getting too big for the markets and finding it harder to move in and out, which meant he had to change his style.If you are a trader I think you will definately enjoy reading this and the 100 year old writing will still confirm what you are experiencing today.On the downside, the last 1/4 of book I found slower to read perhaps I was getting tired of the annotation.[The annotations added to the original text, at best are very interesting as they literally give you a history lesson by explaining the the terms people used or the companies and people around in those days.. at worse they annoy you as they are literally on every page and sometimes I felt obliged to read them all and it distracted from the main text..] but still an amazing book.

This book is illustrated beautifully and the true story really takes you back to another era. What is really incredible is that very little has changed in terms of market behaviour. This is a good read for anyone who wants to learn some of the psychology to trading. You will assimilate this over the course of the book. It's a very pleasant read and inspires you to be a better trader.

I have read an earlier copy and listened to the audiobook, so why did I buy this? This single book has had one of the biggest influences on my successful private investing career so far. Apart from The Intelligent Investor there has been no bigger influence. If you have never read this book before, then do yourself a favour and buy it. If you read this and don't agree then read it again as you have missed its message. I find the longer people have been investing and trading the more they appreciate this fantastic book.

Very interesting and one of my favourite books. Would recommend getting the annotated version.

A wonderful book and a book that should be read by all traders, retail investors and fun managers. The lessons are as true today as they were back then wehn it was written. There is a reason that Buffet has cited this book as one of his great influences. Not only that, it offers a really interesting insight into this part of history and feels as if you are almost there yourself. Great book.

The book itself needs no further recommendation from me, it's an absolute classic and as relevant to day as when it was first published.However, this annotated edition is really excellent in helping modern readers properly understand the period references and personalities. Markman's research is meticulous and his exposition crystal clear. I had already read the book, but cannot recommend this wonderfully presented and illustrated edition too highly.

Enjoyable read filled with real life examples of how to make money in the markets like the pros. Don't be shy give it a try or too late shall be the cry!Also serves as a compelling account of the stockmarket in the early years. Perfect for history buffs.

Book is exactly as I expected. It was delivered promptly. I have nothing else to add, so why don't you let me submit this damn message, and if it does not work now you are not going to get it at all