Lefèvre, Edwin | Reminiscences of a Stock Operator; first edition

Lefèvre, Edwin

Reminiscences of a Stock Operator. New York: George H. Doran, 1923

8vo (206 x 146 mm). Ownership signature. In light brown cloth, cover blind stamped. Spine lettered in gilt.

First edition, first issue in publisher's original cloth binding.

Reminiscences of a Stock Operator is a semi-fictional biography that chronicles the life and experiences of one Larry Livingston, a thinly disguised portrait of the legendary trader Jesse Lauriston Livermore. The book offers a firsthand account of Livingston's journey from a humble speculator to a successful and respected stock operator during the early 20th century. Through Livingston's narrative, Lefèvre explores the psychological aspects of trading, market speculation, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures.

The book's enduring legacy lies in its timeless wisdom about trading psychology, market dynamics, and risk management. It remains a must-read for those seeking insight into the mindset and strategies of a successful stock trader, with Jesse Livermore serving as the living inspiration behind the book's larger-than-life protagonist. Like Livermore himself, the book's allure endures, making it a classic of financial literature.

REFERENCE: 

Zerden 102; Dennistoun 626