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The First Mrs. Rothschild
- A Novel
- De: Sara Aharoni, Yardenne Greenspan - translator
- Narrado por: Elisabeth Rodgers
- Duración: 15 h y 44 m
- Versión completa
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It is the turn of the 18th century in Frankfurt, Germany, and young Gutle and Meir Amschel Rothschild struggle to establish themselves in the cramped, restricted Judengasse. But when Meir’s talents as a novice banker catch the attention of a German prince, Meir is afforded entrée into the European world of finance and nobility, and the Rothschilds’ lives are changed forever. As proud as Gutle is of her husband’s success, she is also cautious - very much aware of the fact that her husband’s rise is tied to his patrons’ willingness to “see past” his Jewishness.
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- De James en 09-16-19
- The First Mrs. Rothschild
- A Novel
- De: Sara Aharoni, Yardenne Greenspan - translator
- Narrado por: Elisabeth Rodgers
Interesting presentation
Revisado: 01-21-21
The story of the foundation and original goals of the Rothschild banking empire is told by reading the journals kept by Gulte Rothschild, wife of founder, Meier Rothschild.
Firstly, the narrator is terrific.
The story attempts to reveal the personal trials and triumphs of Mrs. Rothschild's husband and family along with interesting insights and tidbits about the lifestyle of a 19th century Jewish family living in the Frankfurt Jewish ghetto. It is not a biography per se but rather a memoir. One learns a great deal about the business but the primary focus is the business' effect on Gulte and her children.
I enjoyed it although some "scenes" might have been streamlined or eliminated as they added little to the storyline and/or bogged it down a bit. Overall, well constructed and a fascinating subject.
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