Market Wizards by Jack D. Schwager is the most celebrated trading-interview collection ever published. Schwager sits down with supertraders — Paul Tudor Jones, Ed Seykota, Richard Dennis, Marty Schwartz and more — who turned modest stakes into fortunes, and extracts the habits, risk rules and psychology they share.
What Makes It Essential
- Candid interviews with traders who made fortunes in stocks, futures and currencies
- Timeless lessons on discipline, risk control and cutting losses
- Updated edition with insights relevant to modern markets
- The book that launched thousands of trading careers
If you read one book about how the best actually think, make it this one.
Book Details
| Title | Market Wizards |
| Author | Jack D. Schwager |
| Publisher | Wiley |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| ISBN-13 | 9781118273050 |
| Genre | Trading & Markets |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of Market Wizards in India?
₹499 for a new English paperback at TheBooksTank.
Which traders are interviewed in Market Wizards?
Legends including Paul Tudor Jones, Ed Seykota, Richard Dennis, Michael Marcus and Marty Schwartz.
Is Market Wizards good for beginner traders?
Yes — it teaches through stories rather than charts, accessible at any level.
Does it cover Indian markets?
The principles are universal and apply directly to NSE/BSE trading.
Will I receive a brand-new copy?
Yes — every order from TheBooksTank ships brand-new, carefully packed to arrive in perfect condition.
What if my book arrives damaged?
Contact our support within 48 hours with a photo and we will arrange a free replacement — no hassle.
Which edition is this?
The updated Wiley paperback edition of the classic interviews.
Is Market Wizards better than the sequel books?
Start here — the New Market Wizards and Hedge Fund Wizards build on its format.
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What Readers Say
★ 4.28/5 on Goodreads (10,800+ ratings, 373 reviews) · Updated edition 4.7/5 on Amazon
★★★★★ “As the title indicates this book consists of interviews with some of the best most successful traders in the world. It covers a wide variety of techniques and markets, and sheds light on personal traits of successful traders. A must read for any serious investor”
— Omar Halabieh · Amazon ★★★★★
★★★★★ “This book has been around a while but is probably just as relevant today as when it was written. A big help towards understanding the world of trading”
— OBXbiker · Amazon ★★★★★ Verified Purchase
★★★★★ “The most valuable feature was the common patterns in thinking — viewing trading as a business, disciplined risk control, hard work, learning to lose without fear or ego injury”
— Terry Koressel · Goodreads
★★★★★ “This book was as interesting for character studies as for successful trading. The summations were as valuable as the interviews themselves. One common thread was the belief that one must be willing to take losses in stride in order to win”
— Jeff · Goodreads
★★★★★ “Great insight to trading and applicable still today! One of the best trading books out there in my opinion. Fun to read and highly recommend”
— Shopper44 · Amazon ★★★★★ Verified Purchase
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