Old Rocky, The World's First Billionaire: Centenary 1839-1939 - Paperback

""Old Rocky, The World�������s First Billionaire: Centenary 1839-1939"" is a biography written by Oliver Allstorm. The book chronicles the life of John D. Rockefeller, who was the first person in the world to amass a fortune of over one billion dollars. The biography covers Rockefeller's life from his birth in 1839 until his death in 1937, spanning a century of American history. The author explores Rockefeller's childhood, his rise to prominence in the oil industry, and his philanthropic efforts later in life. The book also delves into the controversies surrounding Rockefeller's business practices and the impact of his wealth on American society. Overall, ""Old Rocky, The World�������s First Billionaire: Centenary 1839-1939"" provides a comprehensive look at one of the most influential figures in American history and his lasting legacy.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.