Review by prospero360 -- The Billionaires’ Handbook

Okafor Prosper · Post by **Okafor Prosper** » 31 May 2020, 08:38

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Billionaires’ Handbook" by Andrew Stevenson.]

4 out of 4 stars

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A lot of people, including me, wish to become wealthy and powerful and truly understand how the global economy works. Reading books, attending seminars, starting up businesses, and even networking are a few essential tools that I have employed on the journey to the “Promised Land.” However, the road to heaven is narrow and difficult to navigate. Or is it? Andrew Stevenson seems to suggest otherwise in his engaging and amusing book, The Billionaires' Handbook: A User's Guide to Wealth and Power.

He gives us a brief introduction to the economic systems from mercantilism to capitalism, which was later replaced in 1974 by cynicism, and he then walks us through 30 simple rules that we can apply to help us “play at his level” and become billionaires. The first thing that will pique the attention of the readers about this book is the author's use of illustrations to pass clear messages throughout the book, especially his use of an image of the Statue of Liberty being strangled by a man in a suit to illustrate how liberty and justice only apply to some people.

I also like that the author employs a lot of humor in the book. The book will keep readers laughing from the beginning to the end, and this will make reading feel like having a conversation with a friend. Also, the author makes sure that he drops a few eye-openers on the wicked ways billionaires operate and how they have acquired their wealth while changing the laws to suit them whenever they feel like doing so.

I also like that he proffers viable solutions to the problems billionaires have created, as opposed to just complaining without offering anything substantial to help matters.

Furthermore, The Billionaires' Handbook is exceptionally well-edited. I didn't find a single error while reading, and I was able to finish the book in one sitting. The concise nature of the book also helped in that regard. There was nothing I disliked about the book.

All things considered, I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Billionaires' Handbook. Did I gain knowledge about how to attain wealth and power? I would say that I learned something more important, and I am sure other readers will agree when they digest the contents of the book. I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. I would recommend The Billionaires' Handbook to fans of exposés and documentaries. There are a few profane words in the book. Therefore, it will not be suitable for a younger audience.

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Standor5865 · Post by **Standor5865** » 06 Jun 2020, 06:04

The billionaires handbook definitely sounds like a book that will be relevant to society today. I will be reading this soon. Thank you for the review.

Manali_DC · Post by **Manali_DC** » 06 Jun 2020, 06:16

A humorous, interesting account of a serious topic sounds like the makings of a great book. Also, almost everyone would definitely be interested in learning how to make money. Great review!