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Stress Test

Stress Test

Reflections on a Financial Crisis
Business & EconomicsHistory
Pages
580
Published
2014
Language
English

Synopsis

Former Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner provides an insider's look at the 2008 global financial crisis. This account details the intense efforts to prevent the U.S. economy from collapsing. Discover the high-stakes decisions and unprecedented actions taken during one of the most challenging economic periods in modern history.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplex

Genres

Business & Economics History Politics & Society

About the author

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Timothy F. Geithner

Timothy F. Geithner writes on financial crises and economic policy, drawing from his experience. His books include Stress Test, Stress Test -- Reflections on Financial Crises, and Firefighting. He offers a direct look at navigating complex economic challenges.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Stress Test offer a unique perspective compared to other books about the 2008 financial crisis?

    Timothy Geithner's account provides an unparalleled insider's view from his position as Treasury Secretary, offering direct insights into the decision-making processes and political pressures at the highest levels during the crisis. It details the specific policy choices and their immediate impacts, distinguishing it from analyses written by journalists or academics.

  • Is Stress Test considered a primary source for understanding the 2008 financial crisis?

    Given Geithner's direct involvement and leadership role during the crisis, the book is widely regarded as a crucial primary source document for researchers and historians studying the period. It offers firsthand testimony and justification for the government's actions.