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The Little Book of Common Sense Investing

by John C. Bogle · 2007

John C. Bogle's short case for low-cost index investing and avoiding unnecessary fees.

Recommended by 1 person

Why this author is included

John C. Bogle · Vanguard founder and author

Who recommends it

1 person has recommended The Little Book of Common Sense Investing. Each entry links to the source.

Warren Buffett at the 2015 SelectUSA Investment Summit Warren BuffettChairman, Berkshire Hathaway
Rather than listen to their siren songs, investors – large and small – should instead read Jack Bogle’s The Little Book of Common Sense Investing.
Recommended · Exact quote Source: Berkshire Hathaway
Evidence details Berkshire Hathaway 2014 Annual Report

Buffett recommended Bogle's index-fund advice and book in Berkshire Hathaway's 2014 annual report while discussing what non-professional investors should do.

The quote is taken word for word from the source.

Berkshire Hathaway · 2015-02-28 · accessed 2026-06-21

Shareholder letter · Shareholder letter

The annual report says: Rather than listen to their siren songs, investors – large and small – should instead read Jack Bogle’s The Little Book of Common Sense Investing.

About the author

What the author has done, shown separately from who recommends the book.

John C. BogleVanguard founder and author

Founder of Vanguard and author of The Clash of the Cultures.