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The Life Story Of J. Pierpont Morgan: A Biography

The Life Story Of J. Pierpont Morgan: A Biography

Hovey, Carl

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Business Biographies19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162970952
ISBN13: 9781162970950
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life Story of J. Pierpont Morgan: A Biography by Carl Hovey is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and career of one of the most influential figures in American finance and industry. J. Pierpont Morgan was a banker, financier, and art collector who played a pivotal role in shaping the American economy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book covers Morgan's early life and education, his rise to power in the banking industry, and his involvement in some of the most significant financial transactions of his time, including the creation of U.S. Steel and the financing of the Panama Canal. Hovey also delves into Morgan's personal life, including his relationships with his family, his love of art, and his philanthropic endeavors. Throughout the book, Hovey provides a balanced and nuanced portrait of Morgan, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses as a businessman and a human being. He also places Morgan's life and career in the context of the broader economic and political landscape of his time, providing readers with a rich and detailed understanding of the man and his era. Overall, The Life Story of J. Pierpont Morgan: A Biography is an engaging and informative read that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of American finance and industry, as well as those interested in the life of one of America's most fascinating and complex figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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