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Bradley Hope
ISBN 9780306873577
Rs. 962
Hachette
Billion Dollar Whale
Who it's for: readers interested in true crime and financial scandals
Billion Dollar Whale meticulously details the extraordinary true story of Jho Low, a Malaysian financier who orchestrated one of the largest financial frauds in history. Through a sophisticated scheme, Low siphoned billions from a state investment fund, allegedly aided by Goldman Sachs, financing a lavish global lifestyle, political maneuvers, and Hollywood productions like The Wolf of Wall Street, ultimately becoming an international fugitive.Why You Should Read? Explore the intricate details of the 1MDB scandal, a multi-billion dollar financial fraud. Understand the mechanisms of global white-collar crime and its far-reaching implications. Examine the intersection of international finance, politics, and celebrity culture. Gain insights into the challenges of investigative journalism tracking complex financial illicit activities.
Highlights
- Details the 1MDB scandal, one of history's largest financial frauds
- Examines Jho Low's lavish lifestyle and political maneuvers
- Reveals alleged involvement of Goldman Sachs
- Connects fraud to Hollywood production The Wolf of Wall Street
- Explores challenges of tracking illicit financial activities
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It tells the true story of Jho Low, a Malaysian financier who orchestrated a massive fraud by siphoning billions from a state investment fund, allegedly with help from Goldman Sachs.
Who are the authors?
The book is written by Bradley Hope and Tom Wright, investigative journalists.
Does the book mention any Hollywood connections?
Yes, it discusses how Low financed a lavish lifestyle and Hollywood productions, including The Wolf of Wall Street.
What is the 1MDB scandal?
It is a multi-billion dollar financial fraud involving Malaysia's state investment fund, which is the central subject of the book.
Is the book suitable for general readers?
Yes, it is written for a general audience interested in true crime and financial scandals, explaining complex schemes in an accessible way.