Andrew Carnegie Bücher

Jeder kennt James Watt (1736-1819) als den Erfinder der Dampfmaschine. Doch was steckt hinter einem der wohl wichtigsten Köpfe des 18. Jahrhunderts? Doch wer war James Watt als Person? Hier wird ein Blick auf seine Erziehung, seinen Werdegang und seine anfänglichen technischen Schwierigkeiten auf dem Weg zum Erfolg geworfen. Der Autor Andrew Carnegie (1839-1919), Tycoon der Stahlbranche, hat selbst mithilfe von Watts Erfindung viele Jahre später ein Vermögen gemacht. Gerade durch seinen eigenen industriellen Hintergrund schafft es Carnegie das Leben von Watt authentisch wiederzugeben.

Bei diesem Werk handelt es sich um eine urheberrechtsfreie Ausgabe.

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Set against the backdrop of Britain, this narrative follows an American's experiences as he navigates the world of British society and culture. The protagonist's journey explores themes of identity, cultural differences, and the nuances of social interactions. Through vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes, the book captures the charm and challenges of adapting to a new environment, highlighting both the humor and poignancy of cross-cultural encounters.

The book emphasizes the pivotal role of free and universal education, alongside political institutions that promote self-respect and ambition, in maintaining the Republic's status as the freest civilized nation. It argues that these elements are crucial in preventing poverty and crime, highlighting the interconnectedness of education, civic values, and societal well-being.

The enlightening memoir of the industrialist as famous for his philanthropy as for his fortune. His good friend Mark Twain dubbed him "St. Andrew." British Prime Minister William Gladstone called him an "example" for the wealthy. Such terms seldom apply to multimillionaires. But Andrew Carnegie was no run-of-the-mill steel magnate. At age 13 and full of dreams, he sailed from his native Dunfermline, Scotland, to America. The story of his success begins with a $1.20-a-week job at a bobbin factory. By the end of his life, he had amassed an unprecedented fortune-and given away more than 90 percent of it for the good of mankind. Here, for the first time in one volume, are two impressive works by Andrew Carnegie himself: his autobiography and "The Gospel of Wealth," a groundbreaking manifesto on the duty of the wealthy to give back to society all of their fortunes. And he practiced what he preached, erecting 1,600 libraries across the country, founding Carnegie Mellon University, building Carnegie Hall, and performing countless other acts of philanthropy because, as Carnegie wrote, "The man who dies thus rich dies disgraced."