Michael Lewis is a prolific American author and journalist known for his engaging narrative nonfiction that delves into complex topics, often within the realms of finance, sports, and other contemporary issues. He studied art history at Princeton University and later earned an MSc in Economics from the London School of Economics. His educational background and subsequent experience on Wall Street equipped him with valuable insights into the financial world, a domain he frequently explores in his writing.

Lewis possesses a knack for transforming intricate subjects into accessible and captivating stories. One of Lewis’s defining characteristics as an author is his ability to blend in-depth research with compelling narrative. He often draws inspiration from his own encounters with industry insiders, making his storytelling more immersive and informative. Lewis’s debut book, Liar’s Poker (1989), provides an inside look at the excesses and absurdities of Wall Street during the 1980s, drawing on his time as an employee at the investment bank Salomon Brothers. His gift for illuminating the human aspects of finance and the intricate workings of financial markets quickly established him as a respected and bestselling author.

Lewis’s extensive body of work includes notable books such as Moneyball (2003), which explores the application of data analytics in baseball, and The Big Short (2010), which delves into the subprime mortgage crisis.