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Gospel of Wealth

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The Gospel of Wealth by Andrew Carnegie is a thought-provoking and influential read that shines a light on the responsibility of the wealthy to give back to society. Carnegie eloquently argues that it is the duty of the wealthy to use their wealth for the greater good, and to help those less fortunate. Through engaging anecdotes and persuasive arguments, Carnegie makes a compelling case for philanthropy and the importance of giving back to one's community. This book is a timeless reminder of the power and impact that individuals with wealth have in shaping the world around them. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the ethical obligations of the wealthy and the role of philanthropy in society.

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What is the proper mode of administering great wealth? It is to address this question that steel tycoon Andrew Carnegie's famous essay "Wealth", or more commonly known as "The Gospel of Wealth" was written . His answer – Philanthropy. Not just any philanthropy, but specifically, projects funded and overseen during the life of the magnate, for things that benefit the community and engage the public in maintaining long after the magnate is gone -- libraries, parks, universities, hospitals, medical labs, observatories, entertainment halls, swimming pools, etc. Carnegie deemed it the responsibility of every self-respecting self-made rich person in America and the world, to help the poorer classes to rise. Before he died he had built over 3,000 public libraries throughout the world, and to this day various Carnegie foundations continue his work in support of various social causes.


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