The House Of Morgan: A Social Biography Of The Masters Of Money (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163178409)

The House of Morgan: A Social Biography of the Masters of Money is a book written by Lewis Corey that provides a comprehensive overview of the Morgan family and their influence on the world of finance. The book traces the history of the Morgan family from their beginnings as a small banking firm in the mid-19th century to their rise as one of the most powerful financial institutions in the world.The book explores the personalities and motivations of the key figures in the Morgan family, including J.P. Morgan, Jr., who played a pivotal role in the creation of the modern financial system. It also delves into the family's relationships with other powerful figures of the time, such as presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Franklin D. Roosevelt.Through the lens of the Morgan family's history, the book also examines broader themes related to the evolution of the financial system, including the rise of Wall Street, the growth of corporate power, and the role of government regulation in shaping the economy.Overall, The House of Morgan is a fascinating and well-researched account of one of the most influential families in the history of finance, and provides valuable insights into the workings of the modern financial system.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: Lewis Corey
ISBN-10: 1163178403
ISBN-13: 9781163178409
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 504
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.47lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.01d