48 pages 1 hour read

Anderson Cooper, Katherine Howe

Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2021

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Reviews & Readership

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In Vanderbilt, Anderson Cooper and Katherine Howe deliver a compelling exploration of the Vanderbilt family's rise and fall. The book is praised for its engaging storytelling and well-researched historical context. However, some reviewers feel it occasionally sacrifices depth for readability. Overall, it is an insightful and captivating read on American aristocracy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Vanderbilt?

Fans of American history, high society, and family sagas will relish Vanderbilt by Anderson Cooper and Katherine Howe. This book appeals to readers of The House of Morgan by Ron Chernow and The Social Graces by Renée Rosen, targeting those intrigued by the rise and fall of the Vanderbilt dynasty.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
History: U.S.
Finance / Money / Wealth
Themes
Relationships: Family
Values/Ideas: Fame
Society: Class