B.I. Barnato, a memoir;

By Harry Raymond

Book Overview

B. I. Barnato: A Memoir is a biographical account of the life of Barney Barnato, a South African diamond magnate and one of the founding members of the De Beers diamond company. The book is written by Harry Raymond, who was a close friend and business associate of Barnato.The memoir follows Barnato's life from his early days as a struggling entrepreneur to his rise as one of the wealthiest men in the world. It covers his involvement in the diamond industry, his political career, and his personal life, including his marriage and family.The book also delves into Barnato's philanthropic efforts, including his support of education and healthcare initiatives in South Africa. It provides a comprehensive look at the life of a complex and fascinating figure who played a significant role in shaping the diamond industry and South African society.Overall, B. I. Barnato: A Memoir offers a rich and detailed portrait of a man who was both a shrewd businessman and a generous philanthropist, and sheds light on the history of one of the world's most valuable commodities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163600776
• ISBN13: 9781163600771
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"