Portrait of Andrew Carnegie

Andrew Carnegie

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1835–1919

Scottish-born American industrialist who rose from a poor immigrant boy to build the world's largest steel company. He then gave away most of his fortune, paying for more than 2,500 public libraries.

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Who was Andrew Carnegie?
Andrew Carnegie (1835–1919): Scottish-born American industrialist who rose from a poor immigrant boy to build the world's largest steel company. He then gave away most of his fortune, paying for more than 2,500 public libraries.
What can I read by Andrew Carnegie on SeoJae Story?
The Gospel of Wealth, in 3 parts, based on the public-domain English original.
Is Andrew Carnegie hard to read in English?
The sentences and vocabulary are simplified to about CEFR B2, but the advice, stories and famous lines are kept. Each part ends with a short “What this means for your money” card that applies the idea to life today, and you can tap any word for its meaning. Educational content, not financial advice.
Is there a Korean translation?
Yes. Every sentence has a Korean translation, and the full translation can be opened under the text, along with audio narration, vocabulary and a comprehension check.