Riding the Bull Book

After five years at the National Security Agency, Paul Stiles, age 29, finds himself disillusioned with government service and wondering if there isn't a better way to make a life. A few months later, Stiles finds himself working as a trader for the world's largest security firm, Merrill Lynch. In the year that follows, Stiles sees the Mexican peso, the Orange County disaster, and the intense and brutal politics that dominates Merrill Lynch. Riding the Bull is a fast-paced, well-written personal account that traces Stiles's short-lived career on Wall Street--from his first job interview to the day he was fired. During his short tenure as a bond trader, Stiles watches his life, marriage, and sense of well-being slowly crumble. If you ever thought that trading bonds might be a good way to make a living, Riding the Bull may convince you otherwise. You'll also get a good overview of how the bond market works and why.Read More