Commodore Vanderbilt (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161391329)

Commodore Vanderbilt is a biographical book written by Arthur D. Howden Smith that tells the story of Cornelius Vanderbilt, one of the most successful and influential businessmen in American history. The book covers Vanderbilt's rise from humble beginnings as a ferry operator to becoming a shipping magnate and railroad tycoon, amassing a fortune that made him one of the richest men in the world.The book provides a detailed account of Vanderbilt's life, including his early struggles, his battles with competitors and the government, and his personal life. It also explores the impact Vanderbilt had on American business and society, including his role in shaping the transportation industry and the development of the American economy.Smith's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Vanderbilt's life and legacy. The book is well-researched and includes a wealth of historical information, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, business, or entrepreneurship. Overall, Commodore Vanderbilt is a fascinating and insightful look at one of America's most iconic figures.1928. This book tells the tale of Cornelius Vanderbilt, better known as Commodore Vanderbilt, an American prominent in the transportation and finance arenas. Vanderbilt founded freight and ferry businesses, was a ferry boat captain, established his own shipping service on the Hudson River, established and financed a line to California via Nicaragua, owned a controlling interest in the New York and Harlem railroad, the Hudson River railroad and the New York Central railroad, as well as being embroiled in a bitter stock market dispute with James Fisk and Daniel Drew for control of the Erie Railroad. He was an intriguing man, with the ability to get what he wanted and succeed.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.

Author: Arthur D. Howden Smith
ISBN-10: 1161391320
ISBN-13: 9781161391329
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 364
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.48lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.81d