The Lords of Creation: The History of America's 1 Percent (Forbidden Bookshelf)

The Lords of Creation is a gripping account of the capitalists who transformed America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, laying the groundwork for the 1929 stock market crash and Great Depression.

This comprehensive book provides an in-depth look at the lives and actions of influential industrialists such as the Rockefellers, Fords, Morgans, and Vanderbilts, revealing their innovative strategies, ruthless tactics, and unwavering ambition.

Through a combination of foresight, ingenuity, greed, and sheer determination, these "lords of creation" reshaped the US economy in their image, establishing their power and authority over the means of production, transportation, energy, and commerce.

The Lords of Creation is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the origins of financial disaster and the policies, practices, and individuals responsible for bringing them about.

With its thought-provoking insights and engaging narrative style, this book will captivate readers and leave them with a newfound appreciation for the complexities of history and the lessons it holds.