Publisher's Synopsis
The Yankee Of The Yards: The Biography Of Gustavus Franklin Swift is a book written by Louis F. Swift that chronicles the life and times of Gustavus Franklin Swift, a prominent American businessman and entrepreneur who revolutionized the meatpacking industry in the late 19th century. The book traces Swift's rise from humble beginnings as a butcher's apprentice to the head of a multi-million dollar meatpacking empire. It delves into his innovative methods for processing and shipping meat, which allowed him to dominate the industry and become one of the wealthiest men in America. The biography also explores Swift's personal life, including his marriage, family, and philanthropic endeavors. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life of a man who played a significant role in shaping the American economy and food industry.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.
