Gordon, John Steele.

The business of America / John Steele Gordon. - New York : Walker & Company, c2001. - xiii, 285 p. ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references (p. [263]-271) and index.

The early days of the American dream -- Farming and food -- Manufacturing and mining -- Transportation -- Banking -- The business of war -- Business and government -- Retailing and real estate -- The telegraph, telephone, and television -- After hours.

0802713831 9780802713834

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Business enterprises--History.--United States
Businesspeople--History.--United States


United States--Economic conditions.

HC103 / G662b 2001

330.973