The Greatest Trust In The World

The Greatest Trust In The World is a book written by Charles Edward Russell. It is a historical account of the rise of the Standard Oil Company, which was founded by John D. Rockefeller in the late 19th century. The book traces the company's growth from a small oil refinery in Cleveland, Ohio, to a massive corporation that controlled over 90% of the oil refining industry in the United States.Russell's book is an in-depth exploration of the tactics used by Standard Oil to dominate the market, including aggressive pricing strategies, secret rebates to favored customers, and the acquisition of competitors. The author also examines the political and legal battles that the company faced, including the landmark antitrust case that led to its breakup in 1911.Throughout the book, Russell argues that Standard Oil's monopoly was a threat to democracy and the free market. He contends that the company's power was so great that it could influence government policies and control the price of oil, which had a significant impact on the economy and the lives of ordinary Americans.The Greatest Trust In The World is a well-researched and thought-provoking book that sheds light on one of the most significant corporate monopolies in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American business and the role of government in regulating monopolies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.