Rockefeller: A Myth of Wealth

Author: John Chernow
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Publish Date: 2002-08-01
Features: The story of Rockefeller reflects a turning point in American history. It records the dramatic transformation of small businesses into giant corporations after the Civil War, a change that simultaneously and irreversibly altered America. Rockefeller left behind a contradictory reputation. The ruthless robber baron later became the greatest philanthropist. In fact, when Rockefeller passed away, due to the unexpectedly abundant good outcomes from such profound sins, God might have accepted him with a different consideration, which was precisely the outcome Rockefeller had always firmly believed in and hoped for throughout his life.