The Smartest Guys in the Room: The Amazing Rise and Scandalous Fall of Enron

The Smartest Guys in the Room — Tenth Anniversary Edition by Bethany McLean and Peter Elkind — is the definitive account of Enron’s rise and collapse, one of the most notorious scandals in corporate America. Meticulously researched and rich in character detail, it exposes the greed, arrogance, and deceit behind the company’s downfall, featuring key figures like Ken Lay, Jeff Skilling, and Andy Fastow. This updated edition includes a new chapter revisiting Enron’s legacy and its lasting impact on business and ethics.