Why it's best: Benjamin Graham's 1949 publication stands the test of time and is the classic of personal investment. From "value investing's" conception comes advice for the risk-takers and the more cautious investors. Despite the time that's passed since this book's first publication, or perhaps because of it, the context of Graham's experience creates interesting parallels to today's markets. Pundits and professionals often refer to this book as the one most likely to make you money, regardless what your investing style is. Whether you're a business person or an average Joe the timeless techniques will show you how to pick the right stocks and see the rewards. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: This book should be required reading for all high school students. It makes an excellent graduation present, and it is also a great read for anyone wondering how to do better. Life-long strategies targeted to financial neophytes will teach you how to think about your money, not just tell you what to do with it. Divided into decisions involving expenditure, investment, and financial planning, the conversations in this book provide grounded answers to your most complicated questions. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: We're not all millionaires... yet. Ramit Sethi's breezy irreverent attitude resounds with the 20-35 year old set, and this 6 week program will you have well on your way to solvency, at the very least, with only twenty dollars. This book is not about judgment, it is about practical advice. His voice is like a frat-boy Virgil guiding this generation along the path to financial freedom in a way they can understand and appreciate. There is simply no better way to relate to personal finance. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: Former manager of Fidelity's Magellan Fund, Peter Lynch, has created a few titles that remain bestsellers, with good reason. This is among the top books any new investor should reach for. Professional securities analysts have slept less soundly knowing their trade secrets have been shared in a commonsense manner. You don't have to be a fortune teller to make a fortune, according to Lynch. All it requires is an open mind and this open book. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: In today's world, the one thing any investor wants to know is how to protect their investments from the next big crash, and this is something about which Kindleberger is deadly serious. With a distinctive kinetic style and hilarious anecdotes, this MIT professor of international economics has created a durable template for comparison to the next financial crisis. While mismanagement of money and credit doesn't seem to be going anywhere any time soon, you can be glad that the wisdom in this book is also here to stay. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
