The Portrait of a Banker: James Stillman 1850-1918 - Hardcover

"The Portrait of a Banker: JAMES STILLMAN 1850-1918" offers an intimate and comprehensive look into the life of one of the most influential figures in American financial history. As the president of the National City Bank during a transformative era, James Stillman played a pivotal role in shaping the modern banking landscape of the United States. Anna Robeson Burr provides a detailed exploration of Stillman's career, from his early beginnings to his rise as a silent yet powerful force on Wall Street.

The biography delves into Stillman's strategic mind, his complex relationships with contemporary titans of industry, and his leadership through significant economic periods, including the Panic of 1907. Beyond his professional achievements, the narrative captures the personality of a man known for his reserve and foresight, painting a vivid picture of the Gilded Age and the early twentieth-century financial world. This work serves as an essential resource for those interested in the history of banking, American economic development, and the biographical study of the architects of modern finance. Through meticulous research and personal insight, Burr presents a compelling study of power, wealth, and the quiet determination that defined a titan of industry.

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