Empire of Business
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Andrew Carnegie's "Empire of Business" is a collection of essays that provide a glimpse into the mind of one of history's most successful entrepreneurs and philanthropists. Carnegie shares his views on various aspects of business and economics, including the state of the US oil, coal, rail, and steel industries, the relationship between capital and labor, and the role of government in the economy. He also discusses the importance of land and population, trade and tariffs, and the personal rewards of hard work, integrity, and thrift. Carnegie's essays offer valuable insights into the economic and social issues of his time and remain relevant to entrepreneurs and policymakers today.Book Details
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United States, Scotland
Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. Carnegie led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late 19th century and became one of the richest Americans in...
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