Mastering the Art Managing Money is an unconventional book. It teaches that success in money matters is more art than science. The book begins with introductory lessons on why we all need to manage money properly. Chapter two reveals that the science of financial management is simply not enough. The role of emotions in financial decision making was x-rayed in addition to a presentation of different concepts of success. The main body of the book focused on a series of five connected steps or phases of activity that is required for the mastery of money management matters.