The Life Of James Fisk, Jr. (1872) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166247065)

The Life of James Fisk, Jr. is a biography written by Marshall P. Stafford in 1872. The book chronicles the life of James Fisk, Jr., a prominent American financier and stockbroker during the late 19th century. Stafford provides a detailed account of Fisk's rise to wealth and power, including his involvement in the railroad industry and his infamous partnership with Jay Gould. The book also delves into Fisk's personal life, including his relationships with women and his scandalous public image. Stafford's portrayal of Fisk is both captivating and critical, offering a nuanced perspective on one of America's most controversial figures of the Gilded Age. Overall, The Life of James Fisk, Jr. is a fascinating and insightful read for anyone interested in American history, finance, or biography.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: Marshall P. Stafford
ISBN-10: 1166247066
ISBN-13: 9781166247065
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 358
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.53lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d