"The Snowball" (2008) provides an intimate portrayal of Warren Buffett, one of the most influential figures worldwide. The book captures how Buffett, initially a shy and awkward individual, applied a set of fundamental principles to amass unparalleled wealth, earning his first million and eventually becoming the world's wealthiest man. Through direct interactions with him and insights from those closest to him, the narrative explores his work, opinions, struggles, triumphs, and wisdom, offering readers a comprehensive look at the legendary investor from Omaha.
Alice Schroeder, initially a certified public accountant at Ernst & Young and later a managing director at Morgan Stanley. She transitioned from being a top-ranked insurance analyst to a full-time writer following Warren Buffett's advice. Schroeder, who also writes as a columnist for Bloomberg News, authored "The Snowball," a Number One International Bestseller and one of Time magazine's ten best books of 2008.