Making Money (1915)

Making Money is a novel written by Owen Johnson and published in 1915. The story follows the life of John Emerson, a young man from a wealthy family who decides to strike out on his own and make his own fortune. Using his wits and business acumen, John rises to the top of the financial world, becoming one of the most successful men in America.Along the way, John must navigate the cutthroat world of high finance, dealing with ruthless competitors and corrupt politicians. He also faces personal challenges, including a difficult marriage and the temptation to abandon his principles in pursuit of even greater wealth.Despite these obstacles, John remains determined to succeed on his own terms, and his story is a testament to the power of hard work, determination, and perseverance. With its vivid portrayal of early 20th century America and its themes of ambition, greed, and morality, Making Money remains a classic of American literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of finance and business.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.