I really enjoyed reading this. If I wanted to pick up one of his books, any recommendations out there for where to start?
Ironically, my only complaint might be that Taleb seems to get a little more self-congratulating by anecdotally revealing the lifestyle he is able to enjoy as you progress through his series of books. Perhaps this is more of a style device to broaden the books' appeal.
Whatever the case, the perspective you can gain from his writing is worth the time.
You get already a hint of it in the small excerpt linked, IMHO.