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The Curious Mix of Books Wealth and Animal Metaphors
A fragmented article surveys the wealth of book collectors led by J. Pierpont Morgan, noting that the world’s most valuable books are owned by him and recounting prices from auctions since 1812. It shifts to reflections on education and the testing of boys, comparing human potential to animals and arguing that success comes from choosing a path aligned with ability and sticking to it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Pierpoint Morgan
Usanor
Tokio
Joy
Ming
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