{"title":"William D. Cohan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam D. Cohan\u003c\/strong\u003e offers compelling narratives that delve into the intricate workings of finance and business. His books explore pivotal moments on Wall Street, revealing the forces behind corporate power and economic shifts with clarity and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a blend of investigative journalism and thoughtful analysis that brings the complexities of finance, investment, and entrepreneurship to life. Cohan's works are essential for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the financial world’s impact on society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"power-failure","title":"Power Failure","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA magisterial history of the astounding rise - and unimaginable fall - of America's most iconic corporation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps no company reflects American ingenuity, innovation, and industrial fortunes as well as the iconic General Electric Company. Producing storied leaders and almost every product imaginable, GE built a cult of success that hid cracks in its foundation. In this masterful history, William D. 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What he handed to his successor Jeffrey Immelt was, Cohan argues, both an impossible standard and a more troubled reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTracing the company's leaps and stumbles through the personalities that defined it, \u003cem\u003ePower Failure\u003c\/em\u003e offers a surprising retelling of the GE story, puncturing the myth we think we know for a fresh look at its legacy - and what it tells us about the state of the financial world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45693096755436,"sku":"9780141991221","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141991221_fb153e79-9933-42e5-ab2b-f6baa8b6d567.jpg?v=1738364913"},{"product_id":"why-wall-street-matters-by-william-d-cohan-9780141986425","title":"Why Wall Street Matters","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fiery defence of the banks and a stark reminder of why we should all want them to thrive, from New York Times bestselling author William D. 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