King of Capital

The Remarkable Rise, Fall, and Rise Again of Steve Schwarzman and Blackstone

David Carey

Recommended By

Book Reviews

Book Synopsis

"King of Capital" by David Carey is a groundbreaking and illuminating account of the rise of Blackstone Group, one of the most influential private equity firms in the world. Written with expertise and detail, this book provides an in-depth exploration of the firm's origins, key players, and transformative impact on the financial industry.

Carey takes readers on a thrilling journey through the highs and lows of Blackstone's journey to becoming a dominant force in private equity. With a compelling narrative, he delves into the intricate deals and strategic moves that propelled the firm to success, shedding light on the immense fortunes amassed by its founders, Stephen Schwarzman and Peter Peterson.

Beyond the captivating story, "King of Capital" also offers an insightful analysis of the broader implications of Blackstone's rise. Carey explores the ethical considerations surrounding private equity and its role in shaping the global economy. He looks at the controversial aspects of leveraged buyouts, shedding light on the impact these deals have on companies, employees, and communities.

This book is a must-read for finance enthusiasts, business professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the inner workings and influence of the world of private equity. "King of Capital" is a masterful exploration of the ruthless world of high finance, offering profound insights into the power and influence wielded by firms like Blackstone and their impact on our economic landscape.

Explore More Books

See All
The Snowball
Bitcoin Billionaires
The Lizard King
However Long the Night
Showing Up for Life
Hackers & Painters
Binti
The Innovators Dilemma
The Robert Collier Letter Book
Humans Need Not Apply
Reamde
The Path To Power
One of a Kind
Sex, Murder, and the Meaning of Life
The Gift of Good Land
Limitless
Age Of Ambition
Genius
Same As Ever
The Stopwatch Gang
The Wisdom Paradox
Seeing Like a State
Bad For You
Consciousness Medicine
The Old Way
Ender's Shadow
Hell Yeah or No
The Copernican Revolution
The Evolving Self
Generations
The Printing Revolution in Early Modern Europe
Fauna & Family
Bel Canto
Understanding Michael Porter
American Prison
The Muqaddimah
My American Journey
Farsighted
Ghost Fleet
Shoe Dog
Getting Real
Golden Gates
Capital Returns
Conscious Business
Silently Seduced
The Opposing Shore
The Activist's Media Handbook
The Count of Monte Cristo
The Complete Guide to Sales Force Incentive Compensation
SuperFreakonomics
The Woman I Wanted to Be
A Guide To Econometrics
Bad Blood
The Case for Nationalism
How To Lie With Statistics
Charlie Munger
The Diversity Bonus
The Undercover Economist
Mycelium Running
Liftoff
The Most Powerful Idea In The World
The Startup Community Way
Born a Crime
Getting Better
Concorde
How To Live
Ending the War on Drugs
Self-Made Success
Selfish Reasons to Have More Kids
Data-Driven Marketing
Trust Me, I'm Lying
On Trails
Soon I Will Be Invincible
Origins of Political Order
The Hand
The Paleo Solution
Titan
Learn or Die
Moby Dick
Democracy In America
The Three Marriages
A Soldier of the Great War
The Great Rupture
The Prophet
On Power
The Wages of Guilt
The Smartest Guys In The Room
Lords of Finance
The Talent Code
Class Warfare
The Kill Chain
The Sum of Us
Working in Public
Fallen Leaves
The Vital Question
The Wealth and Poverty of Nations
Jim Grant UNICEF Visionary
The Alchemy of Finance
Zorba the Greek
Modern Aramaic (Assyrinan/Syriac) Dictionary