Summary
David Nasaw follows Andrew Carnegie from his childhood in Scotland and his move to Pittsburgh to his rise in the steel business. The biography examines how Carnegie built his fortune, why he chose to give it away and how he became involved in campaigns for international peace.
Nasaw draws on family papers, private letters and other archival records to connect Carnegie’s public roles with his personal life. The result is an account of a businessman whose work, wealth and later causes reached far beyond his company.
Why read it Our view
Read it to examine how the choices behind a fortune connect with the responsibilities that follow it. Carnegie’s business life, giving and peace campaign offer different ways to consider the use of wealth and influence. Keep the historical setting in view when applying those questions to a company today.
Written about
- Andrew CarnegieBiographyNasaw examines Carnegie’s business career, personal life, philanthropy and campaign for international peace.Source