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The Life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr.
Book • 1998
This biography by Ron Chernow provides an in-depth look at John D. Rockefeller, Sr., the founder of Standard Oil and one of the most influential figures in American history.
Drawing on unprecedented access to Rockefeller’s private papers, Chernow reconstructs Rockefeller’s troubled origins, his single-minded pursuit of wealth, and his profound religiosity.
The book also delves into Rockefeller’s philanthropic efforts, including his generous donations to the Rockefeller Foundation, the University of Chicago, and Rockefeller University.
Chernow’s narrative synthesizes Rockefeller’s public and private lives, revealing a complex and multifaceted individual who was both a ruthless businessman and a devoted philanthropist.
The book captures a pivotal moment in American history, documenting the post-Civil War shift from small businesses to giant corporations and featuring cameos by notable figures such as Ida Tarbell, Andrew Carnegie, and J.P.
Morgan.
Drawing on unprecedented access to Rockefeller’s private papers, Chernow reconstructs Rockefeller’s troubled origins, his single-minded pursuit of wealth, and his profound religiosity.
The book also delves into Rockefeller’s philanthropic efforts, including his generous donations to the Rockefeller Foundation, the University of Chicago, and Rockefeller University.
Chernow’s narrative synthesizes Rockefeller’s public and private lives, revealing a complex and multifaceted individual who was both a ruthless businessman and a devoted philanthropist.
The book captures a pivotal moment in American history, documenting the post-Civil War shift from small businesses to giant corporations and featuring cameos by notable figures such as Ida Tarbell, Andrew Carnegie, and J.P.
Morgan.
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Recommended by Charlie Munger as a biography of John D. Rockefeller.
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#380 Four Hundred Pages of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger In Their Own Words
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David Senra in relation to John D. Rockefeller's business strategies and the importance of secrecy in maintaining a competitive edge.
David Senra in relation to John D. Rockefeller's business strategies and the importance of secrecy in maintaining a competitive edge.
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#878 - David Senra - 15 Harsh Truths From History’s Greatest Founders
Mentioned by David Senra as a source of examples illustrating the importance of attention to detail and cost savings.
David Senra as a source of examples illustrating the importance of attention to detail and cost savings.1,044 snips
#353 How To Be Rich by J. Paul Getty
Mentioned by David Senra while comparing Henry Ford's and John D. Rockefeller's approaches to efficiency.
David Senra while comparing Henry Ford's and John D. Rockefeller's approaches to efficiency.649 snips
#266 Henry Ford's Autobiography
Mentioned by David Senra while discussing Rockefeller's hiring philosophy of prioritizing talented individuals as found, not as needed.
David Senra while discussing Rockefeller's hiring philosophy of prioritizing talented individuals as found, not as needed.455 snips
#331 Christian Dior
Mentioned by David Senra while discussing similar entrepreneurial mindsets between Sam Zemurray and John D. Rockefeller.
David Senra while discussing similar entrepreneurial mindsets between Sam Zemurray and John D. Rockefeller.318 snips
Sam Zemurray (The Fish That Ate the Whale)
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Robert Greene as an example of a biographer whose work, while good, didn't reach the same level of depth as Robert Caro's.
Robert Greene as an example of a biographer whose work, while good, didn't reach the same level of depth as Robert Caro's.
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#35 Robert Greene: Alive Time vs. Dead Time
