The first tycoon : the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt
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Published
New York : Alfred A. Knopf, 2009.
Format
Book
Physical Desc
xii, 719 pages : ill., maps ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. [691]-702) and index.
Description
A gripping, groundbreaking biography of the combative man whose genius and force of will created modern capitalism. We see Vanderbilt help to launch the transportation revolution, propel the Gold Rush, reshape Manhattan, and invent the modern corporation.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Stiles, T. J. (2009). The first tycoon: the epic life of Cornelius Vanderbilt . Alfred A. Knopf.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Stiles, T. J. 2009. The First Tycoon: The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt. Alfred A. Knopf.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Stiles, T. J. The First Tycoon: The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt Alfred A. Knopf, 2009.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Stiles, T. J. The First Tycoon: The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt Alfred A. Knopf, 2009.
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