Taming the Street
The Old Guard, the New Deal, and FDR's Fight to Regulate American Capitalism
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The Old Guard, the New Deal, and FDR's Fight to Regulate American Capitalism
Ratings1
Average rating4
Since I was a kid, I've always had an interest in the Great Depression (thanks American Girl!). Over the years I've collected bits and pieces of it through different media and my own research. Aside from other books about Franklin Delano Roosevelt which speak a lot about the Great Depression, I haven't read any books solely dedicated to the topic before now.
The book predominantly follows the roles of FDR and Joseph P. Kennedy at the time of the 1929 stock market crash and its aftermath. When FDR was elected as president of the United States in 1932, he vowed to amend the way the country handled finance. Thus, the New Deal was born.
Though I found the writing strong and engaging enough, this is the kind of book I would have enjoyed more as an audiobook. The topic is interesting, just long (as it should be). I learned a lot, so for that reason, I was glad to be able to save highlights. It's a great addition to any history nerd's library.
A huge thanks to Random House for inviting me to read the digital ARC through NetGalley!
