Download or read book History of the Great American Fortunes Didactic Press Paperbacks written by Gustavus Myers and published by . This book was released on 2017-04-19 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The noted private fortunes of settlement and colonial times were derived from the ownership of land and the gains of trading. Usually both had a combined influence and were frequently attended by agriculture. Throughout the colonies were scattered lords of the soil who held vast territorial domains over which they exercised an arbitrary and, in some portions of the colonies, a feudal sway. Nearly all the colonies were settled by chartered companies, organized for purely commercial purposes and the success of which largely depended upon the emigration which they were able to promote. These corporations were vested with enormous powers and privileges which, in effect, constituted them as sovereign rulers, although their charters were subject to revision or amendment. The London Company, thrice chartered to take over to itself the land and resources of Virginia and populate its zone of rule, was endowed with sweeping rights and privileges which made it an absolute monopoly. The impecunious noblemen or gentlemen who transported themselves to Virginia to recoup their dissipated fortunes or seek adventure, encountered no trouble in getting large grants of land especially when after 1614 tobacco became a fashionable article in England and took rank as a valuable commercial commodity. Over this colony now spread planters who hastened to avail themselves of this new-found means of getting rich. Land and climate alike favored them, but they were confronted with a scarcity of labor. The emergency was promptly met by the buying of white servants in England to be resold in Virginia to the highest bidder. This, however, was not sufficient, and complaints poured over to the English government. As the demands of commerce had to be sustained at any price, a system was at once put into operation of gathering in as many of the poorer English class as could be impressed upon some pretext, and shipping them over to be held as bonded laborers. Penniless and lowly Englishmen, arrested and convicted for any one of the multitude of offenses then provided for severely in law, were transported as criminals or sold into the colonies as slaves for a term of years. The English courts were busy grinding out human material for the Virginia plantations; and, as the objects of commerce were considered paramount, this process of disposing of what was regarded as the scum element was adjudged necessary and justifiable. No voice was raised in protest...
Download or read book History of the Great American Fortunes written by Gustavus Myers and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I. pt. I. Conditions in settlement and colonial times. pt. II. The great land fortunes.--II-III. Great fortunes from railroads.
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Download or read book History of the Great American Fortunes Vol I written by Gustavus Myers and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-08-05 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I by Gustavus Myers
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Download or read book History of the Great American Fortunes Volume Two written by Gustavus Myers and published by The Minerva Group, Inc.. This book was released on 2002-12 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1910, a primary source for the business and development of American power in the nineteenth century. As Myers describes in his preface, it was the fashion in the early twentieth century to write of the multi-millionaires in an unfavorable light, as if they were all robber barons and had no social conscience. In his history he was attempting to be more realistic in his perspective. Volume one tells of the colonization of America and the large land grants and the great land fortunes. Volumes two and three cover the great fortunes from railroads, with extensive material on J. P. Morgan in relation to that category. Gustavus Myers (1872-1942) was an American historian who worked on a number of newspapers and magazines in New York City, joined the Populist party and the Social Reform Club, and was a member (1907-12) of the Socialist party. Such books as The History of Tammany Hall (1901), History of the Great American Fortunes (1910), and History of the Supreme Court of the United States (1912) were detailed, realistic exposes through which Myers made his reputation in the muckraking era of American literature.
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Download or read book History of the Great American Fortunes Volume One written by Gustavus Myers and published by The Minerva Group, Inc.. This book was released on 2002-12 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1910, a primary source for the business and development of American power in the nineteenth century. As Myers describes in his preface, it was the fashion in the early twentieth century to write of the multi-millionaires in an unfavorable light, as if they were all robber barons and had no social conscience. In his history he was attempting to be more realistic in his perspective. Volume one tells of the colonization of America and the large land grants and the great land fortunes. Volumes two and three cover the great fortunes from railroads, with extensive material on J. P. Morgan in relation to that category. Gustavus Myers (1872-1942) was an American historian who worked on a number of newspapers and magazines in New York City, joined the Populist party and the Social Reform Club, and was a member (1907-12) of the Socialist party. Such books as The History of Tammany Hall (1901), History of the Great American Fortunes (1910), and History of the Supreme Court of the United States (1912) were detailed, realistic exposes through which Myers made his reputation in the muckraking era of American literature.
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Download or read book History of the Great American Fortunes written by Gustavus Myers and published by Literary Licensing, LLC. This book was released on 2014-03 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Is A New Release Of The Original 1911 Edition.
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Download or read book History of the Great American Fortunes Volume Three written by Gustavus Myers and published by The Minerva Group, Inc.. This book was released on 2002-12 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1910, a primary source for the business and development of American power in the nineteenth century. As Myers describes in his preface, it was the fashion in the early twentieth century to write of the multi-millionaires in an unfavorable light, as if they were all robber barons and had no social conscience. In his history he was attempting to be more realistic in his perspective. Volume one tells of the colonization of America and the large land grants and the great land fortunes. Volumes two and three cover the great fortunes from railroads, with extensive material on J. P. Morgan in relation to that category. Gustavus Myers (1872-1942) was an American historian who worked on a number of newspapers and magazines in New York City, joined the Populist party and the Social Reform Club, and was a member (1907-12) of the Socialist party. Such books as The History of Tammany Hall (1901), History of the Great American Fortunes (1910), and History of the Supreme Court of the United States (1912) were detailed, realistic exposes through which Myers made his reputation in the muckraking era of American literature.
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Download or read book History of the Great American Fortunes written by Gustavus Myers and published by Andesite Press. This book was released on 2015-08-08 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book History of The Great American Fortunes Vol I written by Gustavus Myers and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2017-12-02 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I by Gustavus Myers is a seminal work that offers a deep exploration of the origins and growth of wealth and power in the United States. This comprehensive historical account spans from the colonial era to the late 19th century, shedding light on the economic forces, political maneuverings, and societal implications behind the rise of influential American families. Key aspects of History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I: Wealth and Influence: Gustavus Myers meticulously traces the paths of prominent American families as they amassed vast fortunes and consolidated power. Through detailed research and analysis, he reveals the intricate web of economic activities, monopolistic practices, and political alliances that propelled these families to the top of the social hierarchy.Socioeconomic Impact: The book goes beyond individual biographies, examining the broader impact of wealth accumulation on society. Myers delves into the exploitation of labor, the concentration of wealth, and the resultant inequalities and social divisions that arose during this transformative period of American history. Critical Lens: Myers presents a critical perspective on the traditional narratives of American exceptionalism and the myth of the self-made man. He exposes the mechanisms that facilitated the rise of great fortunes, including political corruption, favorable legislation, and the manipulation of economic systems, challenging popular notions of meritocracy. History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I provides readers with a thought-provoking exploration of wealth, power, and the complex interplay between economics, politics, and society in the United States. Gustavus Myers, an American journalist and historian, dedicated his life to the study of social and economic inequality. Born in 1872, Myers conducted extensive research and authored several influential books, including History of the Great American Fortunes and The History of Tammany Hall. His works shed light on the power dynamics, corruption, and injustices prevalent in American society during the Gilded Age. Myers' commitment to exposing systemic inequities and advocating for social reform continues to inspire critical examination of economic disparities and their impact on society.
