Books by James Buchan
Frozen Desire
by James Buchan
A very unusual book … James Buchan talks about what money is and its use. But he also adds this extra layer, which is his own experience of money... And, you know, bitterness is a flavour and the fact that his reminiscences have a surprisingly bitter flavour add, I think, to the charm of the book.
Interviews where books by James Buchan were recommended
The best books on Understanding High Finance, recommended by John Lanchester
Understanding finance is key to understanding how the world works, but many people know very little about it. Journalist John Lanchester picks five accessible books to bring the layperson up to speed.
The best books on The Death of Empires, recommended by James Meek
All empires are obsessed with the prospect of their own decline, says British journalist and novelist James Meek. He recommends books on the death of empires, from Austria-Hungary to Kublai Khan.
