The Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie

Written by Andrew Carnegie

Narrated by Antony Ferguson

Andrew Carnegie was an immigrant, a poor boy who worked in a cotton mill, a man who amassed a great fortune as a steel baron and then became one of the most generous and influential philanthropists the world has ever known. His famous dictum, that he who dies rich dies disgraced, has inspired philanthropists and philanthropic enterprises for generations. During his own lifetime, he put his ideas into action by creating a family of organizations that continue to work toward improving the human condition, advancing international peace, strengthening democracy, and creating societal progress that benefits men, women, and children in the United States and around the globe.

Here, in his own words, Mr. Carnegie tells the dramatic story of his life and career, outlining the principles that he lived by and that today serve as the pillars of modern philanthropy.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tantor Media, Inc
• Release date: Apr 30, 2012
• ISBN: 9781452677453

Andrew Carnegie

Entrepreneur and philanthropist ANDREW CARNEGIE (1835-1919) was born in Scotland and emigrated to America as a teenager. His Carnegie Steel Company launched the steel industry in Pittsburgh, and after its sale to J.P. Morgan, he devoted his life to philanthropic causes. His charitable organizations built more than 2,500 public libraries around the world, and gave away more than $350 million during his lifetime. BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (1706-1790) composed "The Way to Wealth" composed this essay for the twenty-fifth anniversary issue of Poor Richard's Almanac, the first issue of which, under the fictitious editorship of "Richard Saunders," appeared in 1733. Franklin brought together the best of his maxims in the guise of a speech by Father Abraham. Though it is frequently reprinted as "The Way to Wealth," it is also know by earlier titles: Poor Richard Improved and Father Abraham's Speech.

Reviews for The Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie

[emmanuel Acheampong · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Such an honour to learn from a man of great wisdom and integrity.

[jasmine · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

wow what an amazing book and I love the fact that it is read by a scott too. Its great to hear the story being told by Andrew by himself instead of others writing about him. I normally dont write reviews but felt I must for this brilliant book as really loved it. Thank you.