Description
Author: David Nasaw
Publisher Penguin Press HC, The (October 24, 2006)
Binding Hardcover
Condition New with dustjacket
Summary
David Nasaw’s Andrew Carnegie is a masterful biography that delves into the extraordinary life of one of history’s most influential industrialists and philanthropists. Drawing from Carnegie’s personal letters, unpublished memoirs, and rare historical records, Nasaw paints an intricate portrait of a man who built an empire in steel and then gave away nearly all of his fortune. This book explores Carnegie’s rags-to-riches rise, his visionary business strategies, and his unwavering commitment to philanthropy, which led to the creation of over 2,500 libraries and numerous educational institutions.
Nasaw does not shy away from the complexities of Carnegie’s character—his ruthless business tactics contrast with his utopian ideals, revealing the contradictions that defined him. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this biography offers a compelling, in-depth look at a man who shaped modern capitalism while advocating for wealth redistribution. Essential for history buffs, business minds, and anyone fascinated by the power of ambition and generosity, Andrew Carnegie is a definitive account of a titan whose legacy still impacts society today.
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