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The Risk of Trading is a practical resource that takes an in-depth look at one of the most challenging factors of trading - risk management. The book puts a magnifying glass on the issue of risk, something that every trader needs to understand in order to be successful. Most traders look at risk in terms of a "stop-loss" that enables them to exit a losing trade quickly.

The bible for successful speculators, written on speculation, by a successful speculator. This is a combination of what speculation is, along with some thoughts on life, business, society, and language. An excellent thought starter. Also contains Watts classic Thoughts on Life - short aphorisms of timeless wisdom. This book is a must for any listener of classic investing wisdom.

B.R. Sutton learned portfolio management the hard way. Like many traders, at first he was in it strictly for the money. But after ten years of making money and losing it, learning and growing, Sutton gained what he was lacking in his life: autonomy. In Money Mind, Sutton shares his journey, along with strategies for creating independence and the tools to maintain it. You’ll learn ancient principles that enable you to become a good steward of money, enjoy speculation, and bounce back from defeat stronger than before.

Why You Win or Lose: The Psychology of Speculation by Fred C. Kelly is a timeless exploration of human behavior in financial markets, delving into the psychological forces that drive investors and speculators. Published in the early 20th century, this classic book emphasizes that success in speculation is not solely about financial knowledge but largely about understanding human emotions, crowd psychology, and decision-making processes.