The Money Kings: The Epic Story of the Jewish Immigrants Who Transformed Wall Street and Shaped Modern America

This is an excellently-written and researched books on the handful of Jewish families which left Germany and ended up 'making' Wall Street: from being peddlers in their early days, these families established the famous names (especially of investment banks) which sit atop the Wall Street mountain.Since the financial crisis of 2007–2008 some have gone the way of all things, while others continue to grow and develop, but not as family businesses. This book gives insights into the families which are behind the faceless modern banking monoliths, and their individual journeys.

It's a little dry, because it is so 'factual' ... it tells the true story of how the Jews arrived in America penniless but with brilliant minds. They all became billionaires. It's fascinating worth reading. DG

How did America come out of its very First depression “The Civil War” or the 2nd depression of the 1920’s? How didthis economy survive to this verymoment, and where did all thisHelp come from, You ought toknow, Right? Please find outbefore Your Kid’s ask Youor Your neighbour’s!!!!!Highly interesting in deed!!!!!

This is a thoroughly researched engrossing read about America's financial beginnings. Daniel Schulman writes in an intelligent, engaging voice weaving narrative throughout, bringing these real life characters alive and giving them personality. This book should be included in any American history course as the information inside is critical to understanding our nation's economic foundation and development. Daniel explores themes of how the Money Kings shaped Wall Street while dealing with blatant antisemitism. They are truly the realization of the American dream coming from nothing, working hard, fighting discrimination, and becoming Kings. Highly recommend!

Fascinating account of Jewish merchants, bankers and financiers of 19th and 20th centuries.