The Lords of Creation (Forbidden Bookshelf)
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| Rating | : | 4.23 (946 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B00KGMIWBG |
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| Number of Pages | : | 445 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-07-13 |
| Language | : | English |
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Through a combination of foresight, ingenuity, ruthlessness, and greed, America’s giants of industry remolded the US economy in their own preferred image. While distant actions may seem unrelated to current events, rereading about the past almost always provides surprising insights into the present.”The Lords of Creation, first published in the midst of the Great Depression, when the financial catastrophe was still painfully fresh, is a fascinating story of bankers, railroad tycoons, steel magnates, speculators, scoundrels, and robber barons. What is clear is that we need to understand the origins of these disasters, as well as the policies and people that bring them on. In so doing, they established their absolute power and authority,
A thoughtful and stimulating book, which shows careful research into facts and human motives, a thoughtful viewing of cause and effect, and a constructive approach to controversial subjects.” —Kirkus Reviews. So much of what he has to say is almost eerie to read today.” —Forbes“A grand job—good reading, and a challenge to sound thinking. “A diligent and perceptive reporter
Concentration of power explained shtraus This book is full with information and is brilliantly written. A little difficult read at times. There is a way to generate income by creating a real value. It takes effort and talent and imagination and inspiration. Much more effective, quicker and powerful way to enrichment is by plundering or stealing from someone who creates a real value. It worked this way since before Roman times. You can check Tacitus: "A. "Wonderful book!" according to Melissa K. Bear. A detailed account of the financial expansion in the U.S. from the 1890's up to the Depression. In spite of the complexities of this subject Allen manages to make it understandable and interesting. There are so many similarities to what is happening in our country today that it should be a must read for everyone. I'll be saving this one for future reading and reference. Allen was such a gifted historical writer,. Albert said Excellent Overview. An easy-to-read, yet comprehensive, overview of the vast expansion of corporations and finance in the US between the 1890’s and the 19Excellent Overview An easy-to-read, yet comprehensive, overview of the vast expansion of corporations and finance in the US between the 1890’s and the 1930’s. There are fascinating vignettes of selected “captains of industry and finance”, many of whom were born into poverty but had the skill and the drive to learn the financial tricks and became billionaires. Financial malpractice was egregious and rampant . 0’s. There are fascinating vignettes of selected “captains of industry and finance”, many of whom were born into poverty but had the skill and the drive to learn the financial tricks and became billionaires. Financial malpractice was egregious and rampant