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Discover the riveting history behind America's first continental railroad in 'The Associates.' This captivating book takes you on a journey through time, highlighting the pivotal roles played by four ambitious shopkeepers from Sacramento, California - Collis Huntington, Leland Stanford, Charles Crocker, and Mark Hopkins. united, they became the formidable forces known as 'The Big Four' or 'The Associates.' With their unwavering drive for wealth, these men shaped not just a railroad but the very fabric of California, leaving behind a legacy of universities, museums, and libraries. Delve into the pages of this well-researched narrative that reveals how ambition and greed fueled the construction of the transcontinental railroad, transforming America. Written by W W Norton & Company and published in 2010, this brand-new edition spans 224 pages and offers an engaging look at the little-known story of America’s industrial pioneers. Whether you're an enthusiast of American history or a scholar, this book is an essential addition to your collection, providing insights into the ruthless ambition that drove a nation’s expansion. Make the most of this opportunity to explore a crucial chapter in the American story.
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393059137
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 224
Description:
"A first-rate look at the little-known story behind the creation
of America's first continental railroad... Entertaining and well
written." -- Publishers Weekly
One hundred forty years ago, four shopkeepers in Sacramento,
California, rose to become the force behind the American
transcontinental railroad, achieving along the way wealth beyond
measure. To build influence and maintain power, they lied, bribed,
and, when necessary, arranged for obstacles, both human and legal,
to disappear. Their names were Collis Huntington, Leland Stanford,
Charles Crocker, and Mark Hopkins, and they were known as "The Big
Four" or "The Associates." Their drive for money -- nothing more,
nothing less -- was epic. Their legacy is a university, public
gardens, museums, mansions, banks, and libraries-and to a large
degree, California itself. A captivating chronicle of a crucial
period in American urban expansion, The Associates is a
true-to-life tale of ruthless ambition, staggering greed, and the
making of a nation.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393059137
Year: 2010
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 224
Description:
"A first-rate look at the little-known story behind the creation
of America's first continental railroad... Entertaining and well
written." -- Publishers Weekly
One hundred forty years ago, four shopkeepers in Sacramento,
California, rose to become the force behind the American
transcontinental railroad, achieving along the way wealth beyond
measure. To build influence and maintain power, they lied, bribed,
and, when necessary, arranged for obstacles, both human and legal,
to disappear. Their names were Collis Huntington, Leland Stanford,
Charles Crocker, and Mark Hopkins, and they were known as "The Big
Four" or "The Associates." Their drive for money -- nothing more,
nothing less -- was epic. Their legacy is a university, public
gardens, museums, mansions, banks, and libraries-and to a large
degree, California itself. A captivating chronicle of a crucial
period in American urban expansion, The Associates is a
true-to-life tale of ruthless ambition, staggering greed, and the
making of a nation.