They called it a new era. They called it permanent prosperity. They were wrong in every language.
The Roaring Twenties were not simply a party before the hangover. They were a decade in which the institutions meant to ensure stability chose to believe their own myths. This book traces the decisions made inside banks, government agencies, and regulatory bodies during the 1920s—decisions that ignored warning signs in favor of growth.
Mae Collinsworth
Mae Collinsworth is a nonfiction author known for writing thoughtful books on relationships, emotional healing, and personal transformation. Her warm and approachable style blends psychological insight with everyday reflection, helping readers navigate change with greater confidence and self-understanding.
Federal Reserve 1920s stock market speculation banking regulation history economic policy failure Great Depression causes 1920s financial crisis regulatory capture history