philanthropists

Discusses the life and work of Alfred Nobel, a Swedish inventor who developed dynamite and instituted the Nobel Prize.

A biography of John D. Rockefeller, the world's first billionaire, discussing his rise from humble origins to become owner of the Standard Oil Company, and looking at his business tactics, as well as his philanthropic activities.

A biography of the Scottish immigrant who made a fortune in the steel industry and used much of it for philanthropic causes.

A brief biography of the Scottish immigrant who made a fortune in the steel industry and used much of it for philanthropic causes.