Power Failure

"Power Failure" is an incisive exploration of the dramatic rise and fall of Enron, once celebrated as a titan of the New Economy. Written by prizewinning journalist Mimi Swartz, the book draws on the revealing insights of former vice-president Sherron Watkins and numerous interviews to portray the complex interplay of greed, ambition, and corporate hubris that led to Enron's demise. It presents a vivid cast of characters, including CEO Ken Lay and CFO Jeff Skilling, while highlighting the destructive practices that ultimately unraveled the company. This gripping tale of financial deception and moral failure stands as a cautionary testament to the perils of unchecked ambition in the corporate world.