“I presumably lost $150,000 in the depression of 1937—on my one stock investment—because I did everything Lehman Brothers told me. I said, well, this is a fool’s procedure . . . buying stock in other people’s businesses.”
Quote by Studs Terkel
Work
Hard Times: An Oral History of the Great Depression
Hard Times: An Oral History of the Great Depression is a compilation of personal stories and reflections from people who experienced the Great Depression firsthand. The book delves into the economic turmoil, social changes, and personal struggles that defined this period in American history, providing a rich and nuanced understanding of the era through the voices of those who lived it. more
Author
Studs Terkel
Studs Terkel was an American author, born on May 16, 1912, and passed away on October 31, 2008. He is known for his in-depth interviews with the working class and ordinary people in the United States, with his most famous work being 'Working: People Talk About Their Jobs'. more
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