Bernard Baruch: Park Bench Statesman - Hardcover

Bernard Baruch: Park Bench Statesman is a biography of the American financier and statesman Bernard Baruch, written by Carter Field. The book chronicles Baruch's life from his birth in South Carolina in 1870 to his death in New York in 1965. Baruch was a prominent figure in American politics and finance, serving as an advisor to several presidents and playing a key role in the development of the modern stock market. The book explores Baruch's early life and education, his rise to prominence in the business world, and his involvement in American politics. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends. Field draws on a variety of sources, including Baruch's personal papers and interviews with his family and colleagues, to create a detailed and engaging portrait of this influential figure.Throughout the book, Field highlights Baruch's unique perspective on American politics and finance, as well as his commitment to public service. He also explores the challenges and controversies that Baruch faced during his career, including his role in the development of the atomic bomb and his efforts to combat communism during the Cold War.Overall, Bernard Baruch: Park Bench Statesman is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most important figures in American history. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the modern world.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.