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”on how four great builders of the 19th century built the world we live in today.”
The tycoons
how Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, Jay Gould, and J.P. Morgan invented the American supereconomy
Charles R. Morris · 2005 · 564 pages
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About the book
Charles R. Morris narrates the history of the industrial giants who shaped the United States in the 19th century, transforming the country through innovation, ambition and, often, controversial practices. The work examines the intertwined lives of Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, Jay Gould and J. P. Morgan, showing how their decisions and rivalries created modern corporate America.
With engaging narrative and meticulous research, Morris reveals the behind-the-scenes of epic negotiations, monopolies and reforms that defined an era, offering lessons on power, wealth and the price of progress.
Book details
| Author | Charles R. Morris |
|---|---|
| Original title | The Tycoons |
| Year of publication | 2005 |
| Pages | 564 |
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