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Diamond Jim: The Life And Times Of James Buchanan Brady

Diamond Jim: The Life And Times Of James Buchanan Brady

Morell, Parker

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Business Biographies19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162787937
ISBN13: 9781162787930
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 342
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.71 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Diamond Jim: The Life and Times of James Buchanan Brady by Parker Morell is a biography of the legendary American businessman and philanthropist, James Buchanan Brady, also known as Diamond Jim. The book chronicles Brady's rise from humble beginnings as a telegraph operator to becoming one of the most successful and flamboyant businessmen of his time. With a keen eye for business opportunities, Brady made his fortune in the railroad and steel industries, and became known for his extravagant lifestyle, which included lavish meals, expensive jewelry, and a fleet of custom-made railroad cars. The book also delves into Brady's personal life, including his relationships with women, his love for the theater, and his philanthropic endeavors, which included donating millions of dollars to hospitals, universities, and other charitable causes. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and newspaper articles, Morell paints a vivid portrait of this larger-than-life figure, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of Gilded Age America. Diamond Jim is a captivating read for anyone interested in American history, business, or biography.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.

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