The first tycoon : the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt / T.J. Stiles.
Stiles, T. J.
2009
CT275.V23 S85 2009 (Mapit)
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Title The first tycoon : the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt / T.J. Stiles.
Author Stiles, T. J.
Edition 1st ed.
ISBN 9780375415425 (alk. paper)
0375415424 (alk. paper)
Imprint New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2009.
Language English
Description xii, 719 p., [36] p. of plates : ill., maps ; 25 cm.
Call Number CT275.V23 S85 2009
Dewey Decimal Classification 973.5092 B
Summary 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.
Note "A Borzoi book:--T.p. verso.
Bibliography, etc. Note Includes bibliographical references and index.
Awards National Book Award, 2009
Pulitzer Prize, 2010
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