Books like Titan by Ron Chernow
Ron Chernow presents the fullest portrait yet of John D. Rockefeller, Sr., the architect of Standard Oil and the first billionaire in history. Using unrestricted access to Rockefeller’s extensive personal papers, Chernow traces the man’s rustic origins, the creation of America’s most powerful oil monopoly, and the complex mix of business strategy and public scrutiny that defined his career. The book examines both the ruthless tactics—railroad collusion, predatory pricing, industrial espionage, political bribery—that built the empire, and the personal attributes that helped Rockefeller navigate more than three decades of investigations. Chernow balances documented evidence of misconduct with a nuanced, human portrayal that moves beyond the cold–blooded monster stereotype.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Ron Chernow
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