Albert Ballin (1922)

Albert Ballin is a biography of the German shipping magnate and businessman who revolutionized the world of ocean travel in the early 20th century. Written by Bernhard Huldermann and originally published in 1922, the book provides a detailed account of Ballin's life and career, from his humble beginnings as the son of a Jewish immigrant to his rise to fame as the head of the Hamburg-America Line, one of the largest and most successful shipping companies of its time.The book traces Ballin's early years, including his education and apprenticeship in the shipping industry, and his eventual appointment as director of the Hamburg-America Line in 1899. It explores his innovative ideas and strategies for expanding the company's fleet and improving the passenger experience, including the development of the luxurious and technologically advanced ocean liner, the SS Imperator.The biography also delves into Ballin's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his involvement in politics and philanthropy. It examines his close relationship with Kaiser Wilhelm II, and his efforts to promote German interests abroad through his work with the Hamburg-Amerika Line.Overall, Albert Ballin provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most influential figures in the shipping industry, and his lasting impact on the world of ocean travel.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.