John Jacob Astor - Elbert Hubbard - Bog

The book ""John Jacob Astor"" by Elbert Hubbard is a comprehensive biography of the life and legacy of one of America's most prominent businessmen, John Jacob Astor. Astor was born in Germany in 1763 and immigrated to the United States in 1784, where he quickly established himself as a successful fur trader and real estate investor. Over the course of his life, Astor amassed a vast fortune through his various business ventures, becoming one of the wealthiest men in America.In this book, Hubbard delves into the many facets of Astor's life, from his early years as a struggling immigrant to his rise to prominence in the American business world. He explores Astor's various business ventures, including his role in the fur trade, his investments in real estate, and his involvement in the shipping industry. Hubbard also examines Astor's personal life, including his marriage to Sarah Cox Todd and his relationships with his children.Throughout the book, Hubbard provides a detailed and engaging portrait of Astor, drawing on a wealth of historical sources to paint a vivid picture of this fascinating figure. He also offers insights into the broader historical context of Astor's life, exploring the economic and social forces that shaped his world and his legacy. Ultimately, ""John Jacob Astor"" is a compelling and insightful biography of one of America's most influential businessmen, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of early American capitalism.Having collected several thousand dollars' worth of furs he shipped them to London and embarked as a passenger in the steerage. The trip showed him that ability to sell was quite as necessary as the ability to buy--a point which with all of his shrewdness Bowne had never guessed.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.