Knowing Enough

A Conversation About Money and Life--and Figuring Out What to Do with Yours

By John C. Bogle, William J. Bernstein | Publisher: Wiley

About the book

John C. Bogle and William Bernstein define “enough” and suggest another golden rule: never confuse your self-worth with your net worth.

Knowing Enough combines the penetrating insights into investing and life of John C. Bogle, the founder of Vanguard and the pioneer of index investing, and the priceless practical advice of William J. Bernstein, bestselling author of The Four Pillars of Investing and market historian. Their conversations were the centerpiece of Boglehead meetings until Bogle’s passing on January 19, 2019.

The book combines Bogle’s insights from his bestselling Enough and Bernstein’s practical how-to, If You Can. Their goal: to inspire you to lead a meaningful life that reaches well beyond your net worth to touch upon matters of self-worth, and to provide you with the means of doing so. You’ll also find:

  • How to focus less on chasing financial success and more on living a meaningful life
  • Insight into investing wisely and contributing to the common good
  • Reflections on lessons learned from Bogle throughout his career


Written in the same conversational tone found between Bogle and Bernstein at Boglehead events, Knowing Enough challenges readers to rethink their relationship with money, business, and society.

Editions of Knowing Enough

Paperback
ISBN 9781394278039
EBook
ISBN 9781394278053
EBook
ISBN 9781394278046

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John C. Bogle and William Bernstein define “enough” and suggest another golden rule: never confuse your self-worth with your net worth.

Knowing Enough combines the penetrating insights into investing and life of John C. Bogle, the founder of Vanguard and the pioneer of index investing, and the priceless practical advice of William J. Bernstein, bestselling author of The Four Pillars of Investing and market historian. Their conversations were the centerpiece of Boglehead meetings until Bogle’s passing on January 19, 2019.

The book combines Bogle’s insights from his bestselling Enough and Bernstein’s practical how-to, If You Can. Their goal: to inspire you to lead a meaningful life that reaches well beyond your net worth to touch upon matters of self-worth, and to provide you with the means of doing so. You’ll also find:

  • How to focus less on chasing financial success and more on living a meaningful life
  • Insight into investing wisely and contributing to the common good
  • Reflections on lessons learned from Bogle throughout his career


Written in the same conversational tone found between Bogle and Bernstein at Boglehead events, Knowing Enough challenges readers to rethink their relationship with money, business, and society.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Knowing Enough about?

John C. Bogle and William Bernstein define “enough” and suggest another golden rule: never confuse your self-worth with your net worth.

Knowing Enough combines the penetrating insights into investing and life of John C. Bogle, the founder of Vanguard and the pioneer of index investing, and the priceless practical advice of William J. Bernstein, bestselling author of The Four Pillars of Investing and market historian. Their conversations were the centerpiece of Boglehead meetings until Bogle’s passing on January 19, 2019.

The book combines Bogle’s insights from his bestselling Enough and Bernstein’s practical how-to, If You Can. Their goal: to inspire you to lead a meaningful life that reaches well beyond your net worth to touch upon matters of self-worth, and to provide you with the means of doing so. You’ll also find:

  • How to focus less on chasing financial success and more on living a meaningful life
  • Insight into investing wisely and contributing to the common good
  • Reflections on lessons learned from Bogle throughout his career


Written in the same conversational tone found between Bogle and Bernstein at Boglehead events, Knowing Enough challenges readers to rethink their relationship with money, business, and society.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Knowing Enough?

Economics, Finance, Business and Management > Finance and accounting > Finance and the finance industry

Where can I read a sample of Knowing Enough?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781394278039

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Knowing Enough?

John C. Bogle, William J. Bernstein

Who is the Publisher of the book Knowing Enough?

Wiley

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Knowing Enough is available as paperback(ISBN 9781394278039) and ebook(ISBN 9781394278053) and ebook(ISBN 9781394278046)

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