| Author |
Parton, James, 1822-1891 |
| Title |
Captains of Industry; or, Men of Business Who Did Something Besides Making Money
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Stacy Brown, Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Captains of Industry; or, Men of Business Who Did Something Besides Making…" by James Parton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the lives and contributions of prominent American businessmen who not only achieved financial success but also made significant societal impacts through their work and philanthropy. It features various notable figures, including Benjamin Franklin and Ichabod Washburn, emphasizing their dedication to their crafts and communities. The beginning of the work presents a preface that sets the stage for the stories of these influential individuals, suggesting that the narratives within are intended to inspire young Americans. Parton introduces the concept that successful businessmen can contribute to society beyond mere profit-making, referencing the legacy of Franklin as a primary example. The opening chapters detail the specific lives of figures like David Maydole, who improved the functionality of hammers, and Ichabod Washburn, who revolutionized wire making, illustrating their commitment to excellence and innovation in their trades. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
T: Technology
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| Subject |
Industrial arts -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20064 |
| Release Date |
Dec 9, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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