Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Mayer A. Rothschild"" by Elbert Hubbard is a biography of one of the most influential figures in European finance during the 18th and 19th centuries. Mayer Amschel Rothschild, the founder of the Rothschild banking dynasty, was born in Frankfurt, Germany in 1744. The book traces his rise from a small-time moneylender to a powerful banker who controlled the finances of several European nations.The author explores Rothschild's early life and his apprenticeship with a prominent banker in Hanover. He then goes on to detail how Rothschild established his own banking business in Frankfurt and expanded it to other major European cities, including London, Paris, and Vienna. The book also delves into Rothschild's role in financing wars and political campaigns across Europe, which helped to shape the continent's political and economic landscape.Hubbard's biography of Rothschild provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most powerful and influential figures in European history. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed account of Rothschild's life and career, as well as the broader historical context in which he operated. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of finance, politics, and international relations.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Businessmen, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103994.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.