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 84
... wish to have anything to do with yours , Andy . " I said : " All right , Mr. Roberts ; when you wish to see me again , you will ask an interview . Good morning . " The situation had become intolerable , and we looked about for the best ...
... wish to have anything to do with yours , Andy . " I said : " All right , Mr. Roberts ; when you wish to see me again , you will ask an interview . Good morning . " The situation had become intolerable , and we looked about for the best ...
Page 118
... wish of the thousands of our old men that they were opened . This is a vital point . My partners were in no way blamable for making the trial so recommended by the superintendent . Our rule never to employ new men , but to wait for the ...
... wish of the thousands of our old men that they were opened . This is a vital point . My partners were in no way blamable for making the trial so recommended by the superintendent . Our rule never to employ new men , but to wait for the ...
Page 119
... wish I could relieve you from these imputations of journalists , too often rash , con- ceited or censorious , rancorous , ill - natured . I wish to do the little , the very little , that is in my power , which is simply to say how sure ...
... wish I could relieve you from these imputations of journalists , too often rash , con- ceited or censorious , rancorous , ill - natured . I wish to do the little , the very little , that is in my power , which is simply to say how sure ...
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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