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 Little Book in Good Shape July 21, 2008
Linda M. Martin (CT)
1 out of 9 found this review helpful
I rec'd the book safely, in good condition, but haven't yet had a chance to read it.
A good book to borrow June 13, 2008
John Lipp (Texas USA)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
Bogle presents his theory on investment and the evidence gathered over the years which backs it up. The theory is simple - own the whole market by buying index funds, OR be prepared to do a ton of in-depth research just like a full time investment advisor. He backs up this "bi-polar" recommendation through the evidence gathered on where casual investors loose out, such as market timing, advisor fees, etc.
As interesting as Bogle's research is, it gets pretty tiring listening to him toot his own horn. Minus one star.
Also, I would recommend borrowing / renting this book (or the audio CD). Once you understand why index funds are "the choice" for the casual investor, the book really doesn't offer any other detailed advice or re-read appeal. Your next stop should be a book such as Jane Bryan Quinn's "Smart and Simple Financial Strategies for Busy People."
 This is truly common sense June 2, 2008
M. Enyedi (Florida, USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is an excellent book for any investor. The straight common sense advice that this book provides will help everyone with their investment portfolios. The best quote from the book is "the miracle of compounding interest is overwhelmed by the tyranny of cost". Through index funds, the author explains how to cut costs and caption the return of the entire stock market. This is an excellent book.
Absolutely outstanding best-ever investment book May 24, 2008
Michael A. Davi (Niskayuna, NY)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
To anyone even remotely serious about investing, this book is MUST reading. Simple to understand and very clear in its message-most folks are on the losing end of their stock investments. Very clearly Bogle makes the case for inexpensive index funds which mathematically have proven very solid returns while minimizing the tax impact, advisor fees and trading fees that every investor faces. By following his straight-forward advice, virtually anyone can overcome the failures of the vast majority of investors and ill-advice of most brokers/planners and reap solid rewards.
Another great book from Mr. Bogle May 14, 2008
R. Caldwell
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Mr. Bogle has done more to help the common investor than anyone. This book is a must read for anyone new to investing. It will be the only book you will need to read to have a good understanding of how to invest effectively. It is a condensed version of Bogle on mutual funds and easier to read.
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