The Andrew Carnegie ReaderUniversity of Pittsburgh Press, 1992 - 325 pages An anthology which aims to bring together a representative selection of Carnegie's writings which show him as a shrewd businessman, celebrated philanthropist, champion of democracy and eternal optimist. This collection covers 60 years of the industrial giant's life, from his letters to his cousin, George Lauder, written in 1853, to the final chapter of his autobiography, completed in 1914. |
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Page 315
... hope and believe that a peaceful solution will be found . ( Signed ) Albert Ed- ward , Prince of Wales . " The excited masses saw not only their friend , but Her Majesty , always a favorite , behind that message ; the occupant of the ...
... hope and believe that a peaceful solution will be found . ( Signed ) Albert Ed- ward , Prince of Wales . " The excited masses saw not only their friend , but Her Majesty , always a favorite , behind that message ; the occupant of the ...
Page 319
... hope . " Roosevelt had failed in his European tour , Taft had failed in getting his arbitration treaties through the Senate , the kaiser had ended his twenty - seven year “ reign of peace ” with a bang as his powerful Wehrmacht swept ...
... hope . " Roosevelt had failed in his European tour , Taft had failed in getting his arbitration treaties through the Senate , the kaiser had ended his twenty - seven year “ reign of peace ” with a bang as his powerful Wehrmacht swept ...
Page 325
... hope . In recent days I see another ruler coming forward upon the world stage , who may prove himself the immortal one . The man who vindicated his country's honor in the Panama Canal toll dispute is now President . He has the ...
... hope . In recent days I see another ruler coming forward upon the world stage , who may prove himself the immortal one . The man who vindicated his country's honor in the Panama Canal toll dispute is now President . He has the ...
Contents
The Making of the SelfMade Man | 1 |
Carnegie at Work Making Money | 29 |
Carnegie at Work Giving Away Money | 125 |
Copyright | |
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