The Gospel Of Wealth And Other Timely Essays

The Gospel of Wealth and Other Timely Essays is a collection of essays written by Andrew Carnegie, an American industrialist and philanthropist. The book was first published in 1900 and contains a series of essays that Carnegie wrote on the subject of wealth, philanthropy, and social responsibility.The title essay, The Gospel of Wealth, is perhaps the most famous in the collection. In it, Carnegie argues that the accumulation of wealth is not inherently bad, but rather a necessary and positive force for society. He argues that the wealthy have a responsibility to use their wealth for the greater good, and that philanthropy is the best way to do so.Other essays in the collection include The Best Fields for Philanthropy, The Young Man in Business, and The Empire of Business. These essays cover a range of topics related to business, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy, and offer insights into Carnegie's views on these subjects.Overall, The Gospel of Wealth and Other Timely Essays is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that offers a unique perspective on the role of wealth and philanthropy in society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of business and philanthropy, as well as anyone looking to understand the mindset of one of the most successful and influential businessmen of the 19th century.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.