Why Smart People Make Big Money Mistakes and How to Correct Them by Gary Belsky and Thomas Gilovich

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What: This is a very practical book on behavioral economics. It provides a wealth of academically grounded tips and techniques to help investors make better decisions.
When: Originally published in 1999
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Against the Gods: The Remarkable Story of Risk by Peter L. Bernstein

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What: This book turns the rather dry subject of human effort to understand risk and probabilities into an interesting narrative, with plenty of examples and historical anecdotes.
When: Originally published in 1996
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Common Sense on Mutual Funds by John C. Bogle

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What: In this timeless book Bogle provides a strong case for the superiority of index over active mutual fund investing for private investors over the long term.
When: Originally published in 1999
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