This classic rags-to-riches story is going to inspire the heck out of you.
If you’re the kind of person that loves to hear the stories of people who started with nothing and rose to the top, you’re going to love Ron Chernow’s Titan: The Life of John D. Not only did he work hard, build a behemoth company that changed the world, and get ultra-rich, he was generous with his money and kind. Rockefeller and his self-made rise to success perfectly embodies the American dream. His donations to various philanthropies totaled over $500 million.Īnd his massive business empire, even when it was dismantled, made him wealthier than anyone could ever imagine. He became one of the richest historical figures ever, with a net worth in the hundreds of billions of dollars. He had a tough childhood, due to his con artist and bigamist father. Listen to the audio of this summary with a free reading.fm account*:
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