Learn to Earn

Peter Lynch wrote Learn to Earn as the investing book he wished existed when he was in high school. It covers the history of capitalism, how the stock market works, how companies grow, and how to read a financial statement — all written at a level accessible to teenagers and adults with zero investment knowledge. Lynch traces the development of American business from colonial times through the internet era, showing how understanding economic history helps you become a better investor. It remains the best introduction to investing and business for absolute beginners.