The book this episode covers

First a Dream
Jim Clayton with Bill Retherford · Reading rank 146 · in 7 other episodes
The host describes Jim Clayton's rise from severe poverty to the Forbes 400 as an inspiring story central to the book's appeal.
Dedicated episode · Founder theme · Explicit praise
Books David recommends along the way
Also mentioned

Poor Charlie's Almanack
Charles T. Munger, edited by Peter D. Kaufman · Reading rank 11 · in 44 other episodes
Cross-episode reference
Berkshire Hathaway Letters to Shareholders
Warren Buffett · Reading rank 16 · in 47 other episodes
Cross-episode reference
Each note is a short paraphrase of why David brings the book up. Book pages show every piece of evidence and its review status. How ranking works