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Jay Cooke: Financier of the Civil War is a two-volume biography written by Ellis Paxson Oberholtzer. This book details the life and career of Jay Cooke, a prominent American banker and financier who played a crucial role in funding the Union's efforts during the Civil War. Volume 1 covers Cooke's early life and career, including his upbringing in Sandusky, Ohio, his apprenticeship with a Philadelphia banking firm, and his eventual rise to prominence as a financier. The book also explores Cooke's involvement in various public works projects, including the construction of the Northern Pacific Railroad, and his relationships with influential figures such as President Abraham Lincoln. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, Oberholtzer provides readers with a comprehensive look at the life of one of America's most influential financiers.In Two Volumes.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162982892
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 732
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x37 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 962 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 12. december 2024
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Jay Cooke: Financier of the Civil War is a two-volume biography written by Ellis Paxson Oberholtzer. This book details the life and career of Jay Cooke, a prominent American banker and financier who played a crucial role in funding the Union's efforts during the Civil War. Volume 1 covers Cooke's early life and career, including his upbringing in Sandusky, Ohio, his apprenticeship with a Philadelphia banking firm, and his eventual rise to prominence as a financier. The book also explores Cooke's involvement in various public works projects, including the construction of the Northern Pacific Railroad, and his relationships with influential figures such as President Abraham Lincoln. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, Oberholtzer provides readers with a comprehensive look at the life of one of America's most influential financiers.In Two Volumes.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.

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