Publisher's Synopsis
The House of Morgan: A Social Biography of the Masters of Money by Lewis Corey is a comprehensive historical account of the Morgan family and their influence on the world of finance. The book delves into the lives of the prominent members of the Morgan family, including J.P. Morgan Sr., J.P. Morgan Jr., and other members of the family who played significant roles in shaping the financial landscape of the United States and beyond. The book explores the family's rise to power and their involvement in some of the most significant financial events of the 20th century, including the Panic of 1907, the creation of the Federal Reserve, and the Great Depression. The author also examines the family's relationships with other prominent figures in the world of finance and politics, including Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill. Through extensive research and analysis, Corey provides a detailed account of the Morgan family's impact on the economy and society as a whole. The book also examines the family's personal lives and how their wealth and power affected their relationships with each other and with the world around them. Overall, The House of Morgan is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of finance and the role of wealth and power in shaping society.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.
