philanthropists

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philanthropists

Jacob H. Schiff

a study in American Jewish leadership
1999
Chronicles the life of banker and financier Jacob Schiff and discusses how he became the leader of the American Jewish community from 1880 to 1920.

Peyton Manning

a football star who cares
2011
"A biography of football player Peyton Manning, highlighting his charitable work"--Provided by publisher.

Mellon

an American life
2006

Beyond Borders

A Novel
2003
Sarah Jordan, a wealthy socialite, and Nick Callahan, a doctor in underprivileged countries, meet and together risk everything for their passion and their lives' work.

Andrew Carnegie

1989
Biography of the Scottish immigrant who became the richest man in the world for his time.

Titan

the life of John D. Rockefeller, Sr.
2004
A biography of America's first billionaire, John D. Rockefeller, Sr., drawing from Rockefeller's personal papers to provide information about his rustic origins, his creation of Standard Oil, his often controversial business tactics, and his personal relationships and attributes.

You shall know our velocity!

2003
After Will's friend dies and he is beaten by anonymous attackers, he decides to travel around the world with his friend, Hand, share adventurous antics, and give money to poor strangers that they encounter along the way.

Dale Earnhardt, Jr.

a car racer who cares
2011
This book is a biography of race car driver Dale Earnhardt, Jr., highlighting his charitable work.

Andrew Carnegie

2008
American steel magnate Andrew Carnegie put his leadership, determination and wealth to use, building things that continue to benefit.

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