The Life and Death of Ivar Kreuger

By William H Stoneman

Book Overview

The Life and Death of Ivar Kreuger is a non-fiction book written by William H. Stoneman. The book provides a detailed account of the life and times of Ivar Kreuger, a Swedish businessman and financier who rose to prominence in the early 20th century. Kreuger was known for his innovative financial schemes and his ability to raise large sums of money from investors around the world. However, his empire came crashing down in the wake of the Great Depression, and he was found dead in his Paris apartment in 1932. The book explores Kreuger's early life, his rise to power, and the events that led to his downfall. It describes his business dealings, including his creation of the Match King Corporation, which controlled a significant portion of the world's match production. The book also delves into Kreuger's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with depression. Stoneman's account is based on extensive research, including interviews with Kreuger's associates and family members, as well as archival materials. The book provides a fascinating look at one of the most influential figures of the early 20th century, and sheds light on the complex financial and political forces that shaped the era.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: 1432567144
• ISBN13: 9781432567149
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"