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The first tycoon : the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt
Title:
The first tycoon :

the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt
Author:
Stiles, T. J.
ISBN:
9780375415425
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Edition:
1st ed.
Language:
English
Place of publication:
New York :
Publication Date:
2009
Publisher:
Alfred A. Knopf,
Summary:
A gripping, groundbreaking biography of the combative man whose genius and force of will created modern capitalism. We see Vanderbilt help to launch the transportation revolution, propel the Gold Rush, reshape Manhattan, and invent the modern corporation.
Abstract:
A gripping, groundbreaking biography of the combative man whose genius and force of will created modern capitalism. We see Vanderbilt help to launch the transportation revolution, propel the Gold Rush, reshape Manhattan, and invent the modern corporation.
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Books
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The first tycoon : the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt

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