John Brooks

John Brooks (1920–1993) was an award-winning writer renowned for his incisive journalism and nonfiction works exploring Wall Street and corporate America. A longtime contributor to "The New Yorker", he authored ten critically acclaimed books on business and finance, including enduring classics such as "Once in Golconda," "The Go-Go Years," and "Business Adventures." Though primarily recognized for his financial writing, Brooks also demonstrated literary versatility through three published novels and book reviews for "Harper’s Magazine" and "The New York Times Book Review".

Brooks combined meticulous research with narrative flair, offering readers both insightful analysis and engaging storytelling. His works dissected pivotal moments in financial history with clarity and depth, cementing his reputation as a keen observer of economic trends and human behavior within the corporate world. Beyond his nonfiction, Brooks' forays into fiction and criticism showcased his broad intellectual curiosity and literary talent.