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How many of you fags have actually read this book? What are your opinions of it? Is it still relevant?

So I'm looking into varies investment means besides but including stocks.
I heard the "intelligent investor" is a must read.
But I've heard some people say that even after the read they font have the skill or knowledge and other stuff to actually get into it.
I'm just wondering are there any prerequisites I need before wasting my time reading this book?
What are undesirable qualities?
Can any smuck with the time and drive to get into stock still come out reasonable well? Reasonable as in not bleeding money but making some gains?
I like learning new things and trying stuff out so I don't think I'll loss interest too quick. Even if I make small gains in the end I think it'll be fun.
Anyways tips? Yes no?