Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco
by Bryan Burrough, John Helyar
Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco by Bryan Burrough, John Helyar holds a highly rated rating of 4.22 out of 5, based on 19.2K reader ratings. First published in 1990. The book spans 592 pages.
About Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco
A #1 New York Times bestseller and arguably the best business narrative ever written, Barbarians at the Gate is the classic account of the fall of RJR Nabisco. An enduring masterpiece of investigative journalism by Bryan Burrough and John Helyar, it includes a new afterword by the authors that brings this remarkable story of greed and double-dealings up to date twenty years after the famed deal. The Los Angeles Times calls Barbarians at the Gate, “Superlative.” The Chicago Tribune raves, “It’s hard to imagine a better story...and it’s hard to imagine a better account.” And in an era of spectacular business crashes and federal bailouts, it still stands as a valuable cautionary tale that must be heeded.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Bryan Burrough, John Helyar |
| Published | 1990 |
| Pages | 592 |
| Genres | Business, Non-Fiction, History, Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 4.22 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 19,176 |
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What genre is Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco?
Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco is categorized as Business, Non-Fiction, History, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco worth reading?
Based on 19.2K reader ratings, Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco has an average score of 4.22 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco?
Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco has 592 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco?
Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco was written by Bryan Burrough, John Helyar. It was first published in 1990.
What is the ISBN for Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco?
The ISBN-13 for Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco is 9780060536350.0.
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