Fortune's Children by Arthur T. Vanderbilt (Paperback)
Title: Fortune's Children
Author: Arthur T. Vanderbilt II
Format: Paperback
Genre: Biography / History
Condition: Used - Acceptable
Description:
Explore the rise and fall of one of America’s most illustrious families with Fortune's Children by Arthur T. Vanderbilt II. This captivating paperback traces the extravagant and often tumultuous history of the Vanderbilt family, once the epitome of American wealth and power.
Vanderbilt offers a detailed and engaging account of how Cornelius Vanderbilt amassed one of the greatest fortunes in American history, only to see it squandered by his descendants within a few generations. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, the book delves into the lives of the flamboyant and often scandalous heirs who lived lives of unimaginable luxury and excess.
Fortune's Children is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of wealth, power, and family dynamics. Vanderbilt's insightful narrative provides a fascinating look at the opulence and eventual decline of a dynasty that captivated the nation.
Note: This paperback edition is in used but acceptable condition, showing some signs of wear that do not affect readability.
