Monopolies in America

The history of monopolies has been dominated by strong and charismatic personalities. Geisst tells the stories behind the individuals- from John D. Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie to Harold Geneen and Bill Gates- who forged these business empires with genius, luck, and an often ruthless disregard for fair competition. He also analyzes the viewpoints of their equally colorful critics, from Louis Brandeis to Ralph Nader. These figures enliven the narrative, offering insight into how large businesses accumulate power.

Intelligent and informative, Monopolies in America skillfully chronicles the course of American big business, and allows us to see how the debate on monopolies will be shaped in the twenty-first century.