Monopolies and the People

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Monopolies and the People

by Charles Whiting Baker

EN·~7 hours

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Description

In this thoughtful exploration the author pulls back the curtain on the rise of monopolies across America’s burgeoning industries. Beginning with a clear‑cut investigation, he lays out the stark facts—often hidden from public view—about how a handful of powerful trusts dominate everything from railroads to mining, shaping markets and limiting competition. The opening chapters blend hard data with vivid commentary, revealing how these conglomerates have become a defining feature of the modern economy.

Beyond the numbers, the work asks fundamental questions about why such concentration of power occurs and what it means for ordinary citizens. It argues that genuine reform cannot succeed in isolation; honest governance, clean elections, and a morally uplifted populace are all essential allies in curbing corporate overreach. Readers are invited to see the struggle against monopolies as part of a broader fight for liberty, fairness, and the common good.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~7 hours (454K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Audrey Longhurst, LN Yaddanapudi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2007-06-14

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Charles Whiting Baker

Charles Whiting Baker

1865–1941

An engineer turned public writer, he explored big questions about industry, transportation, and economic power in clear, practical terms. His books often brought a technical mind to debates about monopoly, government, and modern society.

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