Lords of Finance: The Bankers Who Broke the World is a comprehensive and deeply researched book that tells the story of the global economic collapse of the 1930s and the central bankers who played a crucial role in it. Written by Liaquat Ahamed, the book focuses on the lives and careers of four central bankers: Benjamin Strong of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Montagu Norman of the Bank of England, Hjalmar Schacht of the Reichsbank, and Émile Moreau of the Banque de France.

The book begins in the aftermath of World War I, when the global economy was in disarray and the central bankers were faced with the daunting task of stabilizing their respective economies and maintaining financial stability in the face of mounting political and economic challenges. Ahamed traces the careers of these central bankers as they navigate the tumultuous interwar period, examining the relationships and rivalries between them and how their actions and decisions affected the global economy.

The book explores the central bankers' efforts to stabilize their respective economies and maintain financial stability, including their use of monetary and fiscal policies and their efforts to cooperate with one another. It also examines the impact of the political and economic turmoil of the time on the central bankers and their ability to effectively manage the global economy.

Through a rich and detailed history of a critical period in world history, Lords of Finance provides valuable insights into the inner workings of the global financial system and the powerful individuals who shape it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in economics, finance, and history.