The Man Who Made Wall Street: Anthony J. Drexel and the Rise of Modern Finance
"Rottenberg's fluent writing and intelligently drawn portrait . . . are well worth reading."—Philadelphia Inquirer"An illuminating biography of a forgotten figure."—Journal of American History"This solid biography is well documented, thoughtful, and analytical; it displays a thorough knowledge of the sources and is engaging to read. . . . Highly recommended."—Library Journal"Drexel served as Morgan's mentor and molded him into one of the world's most powerful bankers."—Investor's Business Daily"Rottenberg has done a superlative job, tracking down hundreds of bits of information, collating indirect references, and interviewing many surviving relatives. . . . An invaluable resource."—Publishers Weekly"Among the many examples he gives of Drexel's influence, the most surprising is that Drexel's money and mentoring created the legendary J. P. Morgan."—Philadelphia Inquirer"Rottenberg uncovers the full story of this powerful and elusive figure, who cultivated the young Morgan and brokered the nation's extraordinary growth."—Bloomberg Personal Finance