""Men of Wealth"" is a book written by John T. Flynn that tells the story of twelve significant fortunes from the Renaissance to the present day. The book explores the lives and achievements of some of the wealthiest men in history, including the likes of Lorenzo de' Medici, Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, and Warren Buffett.The author delves into the factors that contributed to the accumulation of wealth by these individuals, such as their business acumen, strategic investments, and entrepreneurial spirit. He also examines the impact that these men had on their respective industries and on society as a whole.Through detailed research and analysis, Flynn provides a comprehensive overview of the economic and social conditions that shaped the fortunes of these men. He also explores the controversies and criticisms that surrounded their wealth, including issues of exploitation, monopoly, and inequality.Overall, ""Men of Wealth"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of some of the most successful and influential figures in history, while also providing insights into the complex and often contentious relationship between wealth and power.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.