This book is a “novel-style biography” written by American financial journalist Edwin LeFevre. It’s based on the first-person account of the life story of Jesse Livermore, once known as "The Boy Plunger.” Livermore was in his final years when he was interviewed for the book, and he shared his trading stories and insights with extreme candor and no reservation. The book has influenced generations of investors, including legends like Buffett, Peter Lynch, Soros and others. It has become one of the must-read classics of the past century for investors looking to profit from the stock market.