Book description
A penetrating guide to the world of the super-rich: how did they get where there are, what does their wealth mean to them, and how do they use it? Self-made millionaire William Davies profiles many of the world’s richest people. He uncovers the ambitions, money making methods, foibles and pleasures of his subjects with insight, authority and humour. A well-informed, lively and entertaining study of the fascinating world of the super-rich.
CONTENTS:
1. THE SPECIES
2. THE INHERITORS
3. THE MONEYMAKERS
4. THE ROYALS
5. THE NOBLES
6. BLACK GOLD
7. GODS AND MAMMON
8. RED AND RICH
9. CRIME AND WEALTH
10. PLEASURES AND EGO TRIPS
11. THE TOYS OF THE RICH
12. THE GREATEST APHRODISIAC?
13. THE POWER OF MONEY
14. PUBLISH AND BE PRAISED
15. FEARS OF THE RICH
16. TO GEORGE, MY CEZANNE
17. THE PERILS OF FAME
18. ROOM AT THE TOP
19. WEALTH AND SOCIETY
