Five Men Of Frankfort

""Five Men of Frankfort: The Story of the Rothschilds"" by Marcus Eli Ravage is a historical account of the rise of the Rothschild family, one of the most powerful and influential banking dynasties in Europe. The book follows the lives of Mayer Amschel Rothschild and his five sons, who established a banking empire that spanned across Europe and played a significant role in the economic and political affairs of the continent.The book begins with the humble beginnings of Mayer Amschel Rothschild in the Jewish ghetto of Frankfort, Germany, and charts his rise to prominence as a successful banker and financial advisor to the ruling class. The narrative then shifts to his five sons, who were sent to different cities in Europe to establish branches of the family's banking business. Each son faced unique challenges and obstacles, but through hard work, shrewd business acumen, and strategic alliances, they were able to build a vast financial empire that spanned across Europe.Throughout the book, Ravage provides insights into the political and economic landscape of Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries, and how the Rothschilds were able to navigate and influence these complex dynamics to their advantage. The book also delves into the family's philanthropic efforts and their role in the development of the modern banking system.Overall, ""Five Men of Frankfort: The Story of the Rothschilds"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of the most powerful and influential families in the world, and their impact on the global financial system.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.