Captains of Industry

Captains of Industry is a non-fiction book written by James Parton, originally published in 1884. The book details the lives and achievements of some of America's most prominent industrialists during the 19th century. Parton examines the personal and professional lives of individuals such as Cornelius Vanderbilt, Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, and J.P. Morgan, among others. The book explores the rise of these men from humble beginnings to becoming some of the wealthiest and most influential people in American history. Parton delves into their business practices, including their strategies for acquiring wealth and power, as well as their contributions to the development of the American economy. Captains of Industry provides a fascinating insight into the lives of these titans of industry, and the impact they had on American society during a time of great change and industrialization. Parton's writing is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American business and industry.1890. Or men of business who did something besides making money, a book for young Americans. Presented in this volume are examples of men who shed luster upon ordinary pursuits, either by the superior manner in which they exercised them or by the noble use they made of the leisure which success in them usually gives.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.