History Of The Great American Fortunes V1 is a book written by Gustavus Myers that explores the rise of the wealthy elite in America. The book delves into the histories of some of the most prominent and powerful families in American history, including the Astors, Vanderbilts, Carnegies, and Rockefellers. Myers examines the origins of their wealth and power, tracing their rise to dominance through the exploitation of workers, monopolistic business practices, and political corruption. The book also explores the social and cultural impact of these fortunes on American society, highlighting the stark contrast between the opulence of the wealthy and the poverty and suffering of the working class. Overall, History Of The Great American Fortunes V1 is a comprehensive and insightful look at the history of American capitalism and the role of wealth and power in shaping the country's economic and social landscape.In Three Volumes. Vol. I. Part I. Conditions In Settlement And Colonial Times. Part II. The Great Land Fortunes.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.