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Gilded Age Entrepreneur: Albert Benton Pullman Biography
Gilded Age Entrepreneur: The Curious Life of American Financier Albert Benton Pullman is a biography of the lesser-known older brother of George Pullman. Simon Cordery's book follows Albert's early work designing Pullman railroad cars and later ventures across finance, manufacturing, and mining.
At a glance
- Covers Albert Pullman's role in designing early luxurious Pullman railroad cars and promoting them through demonstration trips.
- Traces his shift from working alongside George Pullman to pursuing a personal investment portfolio, with mixed results.
- Discusses ventures and episodes involving laundry, insurance, banking regulations, wheat futures, land sales, and silver mining.
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Pros
- Offers a biographical focus on Albert Pullman, a less familiar figure than his brother George.
- Connects one businessman's fortunes to wider Gilded Age themes of investment, political connections, and business creation.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Cornell University Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | September 15, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 366 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1501783181 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1501783180 |
| Dimensions | 6 x 0.8 x 9 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.53 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in the Pullman family and railroad history.
- Readers of biographies about American business and investment during the Gilded Age.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the book about?
It focuses on Albert Benton Pullman, the older brother of George Pullman, and his business life.
What subjects does the book cover?
The listing describes Albert's early work on Pullman railroad cars and later activities involving investment, manufacturing, banking, insurance, and mining.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 366 pages.
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