Chapter
The Discrepancy Between Writing and Reading Books
34:07 - 41:39 (07:31)
The writer may have one idea in mind when writing a book, but the reader may have a different interpretation of it when reading. However, the writer has no control over the reader's interpretation.
Clips
The author discusses how he pursued his passion for writing under a pseudonym while working in finance, facing discouragement and a possible loss of income.
34:07 - 36:39 (02:31)
Summary
The author discusses how he pursued his passion for writing under a pseudonym while working in finance, facing discouragement and a possible loss of income.
ChapterThe Discrepancy Between Writing and Reading Books
Episode#427: Michael Lewis — Inside the Mind of the Iconic Writer
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The author shares how he felt compelled to write Liars Poker at the age of 27 and why he chose to tell the world exactly what happened to him.
36:39 - 38:44 (02:05)
Summary
The author shares how he felt compelled to write Liars Poker at the age of 27 and why he chose to tell the world exactly what happened to him. He cites the Education of Henry Adams and Russo's Confessions as inspirations for his work, and while it was intended to be a cautionary tale, it turned out to be a funny story.
ChapterThe Discrepancy Between Writing and Reading Books
Episode#427: Michael Lewis — Inside the Mind of the Iconic Writer
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The author discusses the perception of writing a book and how readers may interpret it differently from what the author intended, as well as his thoughts on ambition and making money in the business world.
38:45 - 41:39 (02:53)
Summary
The author discusses the perception of writing a book and how readers may interpret it differently from what the author intended, as well as his thoughts on ambition and making money in the business world.