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The Shipping Man

The Shipping Man

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When restless New York City hedge fund manager Robert Fairchild watches the Baltic Dry Cargo Index plunge 97%, registering an all-time high and a 25-year low within the span of just six months, he decides to buy a ship.

Immediately fantasizing about naming a vessel after his wife, carrying a string of worry beads and being able to introduce himself as a "shipowner" at his upcoming college reunion, Fairchild immediately embarks on an odyssey into the most exclusive, glamorous and high stakes business in the world.

From pirates off the coast of Somalia and on Wall Street to Greek and Norwegian shipping magnates, the education of Robert Fairchild is an expensive one. In the end, he loses his hedge fund, but he gains a life - as a Shipping Man. Part fast paced financial thriller, part ship finance text book, The Shipping Man is 310 pages of required reading for anyone with an interest in capital formation for shipping.

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ISBN13: 9780983716303
ISBN10: 0983716307
Language: English
Publication Year: 2011
Format: Paperback

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    A thrilling dive into high-stakes shipping and finance.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you're curious about the high-octane world of shipping finance and love a good financial thriller, you're in for a treat with The Shipping Man. It blends real-world shipping insights with the excitement of a gripping story, making complex topics both accessible and fascinating. Whether you're into finance, maritime adventures, or simply looking for a compelling read about risk and reward, this book offers a unique glimpse into a glamorous yet volatile industry.

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