Publisher's Synopsis
Andrew Carnegie's Own Story For Boys And Girls is a biographical book written by the Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie. This book is specifically targeted towards children and young adults, providing an accessible and engaging account of Carnegie's life story. The book begins with Carnegie's childhood in Scotland, where he lived in poverty and worked in a cotton factory at a young age. It then follows his journey to America, where he started working in the railroad industry and eventually became one of the wealthiest men in the world through his investments in steel and other industries. Carnegie also shares his philosophy on life and success, emphasizing the importance of hard work, perseverance, and giving back to society. He recounts his experiences as a philanthropist, including his establishment of libraries, universities, and other institutions that aimed to improve the lives of ordinary people. Overall, Andrew Carnegie's Own Story For Boys And Girls is an inspiring and educational read that offers valuable lessons on entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and the American dream.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
