> Hey LBO-pals:
>
> I'm looking for books/articles on the public relations drubbing Wall
> Street took in the 1930s, the congressional investigations, the various
> exposures, etc. What are the standard texts?
>
> I'm also looking for books/articles on Wall Street's efforts to
> rehabilitate its image, specifically in the 1950s and 1960s. Any
> suggestions here?
>
Stuart Ewen *PR! A Social History of Spin* part 4, gives an overview of how the Gov't and Wall Street overcame the legitimation crisis of the 30's. It has a great bibliography too. Great book.
Sam Pawlett
p.s. I really enjoy your journal!
> Thanks,
>
> Tom Frank