The House Of Rothschild, Vol 1 by Niall Ferguson
Money's Prophets, 1798-1848
This meticulously researched volume delves into the rise of the Rothschild family from the late 18th century to the mid-19th century, chronicling their transformation from humble beginnings in Frankfurt to becoming one of the most influential banking dynasties in Europe. Through a blend of economic history and personal narrative, the book explores how the Rothschilds leveraged their financial acumen, strategic marriages, and political connections to amass unprecedented wealth and power, shaping the financial landscape of Europe and playing pivotal roles in major historical events, including the Napoleonic Wars and the Congress of Vienna.
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- Published
- 1998
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 672
- Original Language
- English
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