Hetty Green
eBook - PDF

Hetty Green

The First Lady of Wall Street

  1. 133 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Hetty Green

The First Lady of Wall Street

About this book

Discover the life of Hetty Green, the original 'Witch of Wall Street' and America's richest woman. This biography charts Hetty Green's extraordinary rise in the financial world, revealing her unique strategies and business acumen. Explore the fascinating story of a woman who defied societal norms to become a financial powerhouse in 19th and 20th century America.

Wyn Derbyshire delves into Hetty Green's world, examining the source of her wealth and her innovative methods of building upon it. Learn about the key figures who both helped and hindered her journey, and gain insights into the historical context of Wall Street during her time. This book is perfect for readers interested in biographies, financial history, and the role of women in business.

  • Uncover Hetty Green's investment secrets
  • Understand the challenges faced by women in finance
  • Explore the history of Wall Street through a unique lens

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Information

Publisher
Spiramus Press
Year
2019
Topic
Business
eBook ISBN
9781910151754
Subtopic
Business Biographies
Index
Business

Table of contents

  1. Contents
  2. Introduction
  3. Early Years
  4. Mr Green
  5. Aunt Sylvia’s Will
  6. The Panic of 1873
  7. Hetty Declares Independence
  8. Training an Heir
  9. Texas
  10. Hetty’s Empire
  11. Hoboken
  12. The Panic of 1907
  13. Sylvie’s Marriage
  14. The Last Days
  15. Hetty’s Will
  16. Family tree
  17. Timeline
  18. Select Bibliography
  19. About the author
  20. Index

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