Situational Irony: Buffett's Towncar
Buffet, who is one of the five richest people in the world, drives himself in a 10+ year old towncar. In contrast, rich men like Carlos Slim and Bill Gates ride around in new limos, making Buffett one of the most atypical billionaires in the world.
Situational Irony: Buffett's Car
As a teenager, Buffet was one of the very few kids to have a car.
Dramatic Irony: Buffett's fate
At the start of the book, readers know of the profound success Buffett will achieve in his life -- even if he doesn't.
Situational Irony: Berkshire's Location
The vast majority of Wall Street and the investment business is located in New York. But Berkshire is located in Omaha, Nebraska, which is far away from where the vast majority of firms. Despite that, Berkshire is one of the most successful firms in the country.
Situational Irony: Buffett's Age
Despite the fact that he is an older man, Buffett continues to revolutionize the investments industry in spite of the fact that it is a young man's industry.
