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The Smartest Guys in the Room
By Bethany McLean, Peter Elkind
Archival Summary & Scope
Investigative journalists Bethany McLean and Peter Elkind deliver the definitive account of the Enron scandal in *The Smartest Guys in the Room*. This meticulously researched, character-driven narrative chronicles Enron's meteoric rise and catastrophic fall, exposing the greed and deceit behind one of corporate America's biggest collapses. Drawing on unique sources, the book reveals key players like Ken Lay, Jeff Skilling, and Andy Fastow, presenting a fascinating human drama and an authoritative look at corporate malfeasance. This tenth-anniversary edition includes a new chapter exploring Enron's lasting aftermath.Categorization Notes
This literature has been indexed in the Read For Truth database under the primary pillar of Finance. It is cataloged here based on its relevance to established secondary research, thematic focus, and educational utility within this specific taxonomy.
