John Steele Gordon is an American author, commentator, and business historian. He has written several books on financial history and economics, focusing on topics such as the history of American finance, banking, and the stock market.
Gordon's most well-known book is "An Empire of Wealth: The Epic History of American Economic Power," which provides a comprehensive account of America's economic development from its colonial beginnings to the present day. In this book, he explores the individuals, industries, and innovations that shaped the United States into a global economic powerhouse.
Chapter 1 What’s The Great Game The Great Game: The Emergence of Wall Street as a World Power: 1653-2000″ by John Steele Gordon is a non-fiction boo... Read more.