The Lessons of History - Kindle edition by Durant, Will, Durant, Ariel. Politics & Social Sciences Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

Durant’s “The Business of Fortune” explores the impact of industrialization and consumerism on society, arguing that prioritizing profit above all else leads to social decay. The book critiques the values of the wealthy elite and advocates for a more pragmatic approach to governance. It examines the rise of mass production, the role of advertising, and the consequences for workers and the environment. The book’s influence on the early 20th-century American economic landscape is significant.