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Life of John Jacob Astor: To Which Is Appended a Copy of His Last Will

Life of John Jacob Astor: To Which Is Appended a Copy of His Last Will

Parton, James

Hardcover

Business Biographies19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 116383047X
ISBN13: 9781163830475
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 120
Weight: 0.77
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Life of John Jacob Astor: To Which Is Appended A Copy Of His Last Will by James Parton is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most prominent and successful business magnates, John Jacob Astor. The book delves into Astor's life, starting from his humble beginnings as a fur trader in the early 19th century to his rise as a wealthy real estate tycoon and financier. Parton explores Astor's business ventures, including his involvement in the fur trade, his investments in real estate, and his role in the development of New York City. The book also sheds light on Astor's personal life, including his marriage to Sarah Cox Todd and his relationships with his children. Parton examines Astor's philanthropic efforts, such as his contributions to the establishment of the Astor Library and his support of various charities. The book concludes with a copy of Astor's last will and testament, providing insight into how he chose to distribute his vast fortune. Overall, Life of John Jacob Astor: To Which Is Appended A Copy Of His Last Will is a fascinating and detailed account of one of America's most influential figures, offering readers valuable insights into the life and legacy of this remarkable man.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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