Those swiss money men

This book gives in depth information about the culture of Swiss financial institutions of the 70s. It also gives the reader a great understanding on how Switzerland participated in the geo-politics and created laws to ensure that it has a formidable banking industry. The book describes the role Swiss banks played in the events that lead to abandoning the gold standard and the consequent devaluation of the dollar. There are few stories of Swiss bankers turning rogue and nearly gambling the banks' money. Overall the book provides a great window into the world of Swiss bankers. You come to know what made them the legends they are.