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The first tycoon : the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt / T.J. Stiles.

Author/creator Stiles, T. J.
Format Book and Print
Edition1st ed.
Publication InfoNew York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2009.
Descriptionxii, 719 pages, 36 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm
Subject(s)
Vanderbilt, Cornelius, 1794-1877.
Businessmen--United States --Biography.
Millionaires--United States --Biography.
Railroads--United States --History --19th century.
Steamboats--United States --History --19th century.
Contents Captain, 1794-1847 -- Commodore, 1848-1860 -- King, 1861-1877.
Abstract A gripping, groundbreaking biography of the combative man whose genius and force of will created modern capitalism. We see Vanderbilt help to launch the transportation revolution, propel the Gold Rush, reshape Manhattan, and invent the modern corporation.
General note"A Borzoi book:--T.p. verso.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [691]-702) and index.
LCCN 2008047879
ISBN9780375415425 (alk. paper)
ISBN0375415424 (alk. paper)

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