The Venture Capital Cycle, second edition - Paperbackby Paul Gompers (Author), Josh Lerner (Author) "This book provides profound and balance insight into what venture capital is all about." In The Venture Capital Cycle, Paul Gompers and Josh Lerner correct widespread misperceptions about the nature and role of the venture capitalist and provide an accessible and comprehensive overview of the venture capital industry. Bringing together fifteen years of ground breaking research into the form and function