The Romance Of Steel - Herbert Newton Casson - Bog

The Romance of Steel: The Story of a Thousand Millionaires is a book written by Herbert Newton Casson and first published in 1907. The book is a historical account of the rise of the steel industry in America, and how it created a new class of wealthy industrialists who became known as ""steel barons"". Casson traces the development of the industry from its early beginnings in the 19th century, through the growth of companies such as Carnegie Steel and US Steel, and up to the present day (at the time of publication). The book is filled with fascinating stories of the men who made their fortunes in steel, including Andrew Carnegie, J.P. Morgan, and John D. Rockefeller. Casson also explores the impact that the steel industry had on American society, from the growth of cities and the rise of the middle class, to the labor struggles and social unrest that accompanied the rapid industrialization of the country. Overall, The Romance of Steel is a captivating and insightful look at one of the most important industries in American history, and the men who helped shape it.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.