United States Steel: A Corporation with a Soul

"United States Steel: A Corporation with a Soul" by Arundel Cotter is a recounting of the rise of a major steel company at the dawn of the 20th century. The story highlights how United States Steel became a huge force in American industry. At the heart of this corporate tale is Elbert H. Gary, the company's leader, whose innovative thinking directed the company's success. Beyond just making money, the book suggests that the corporation saw itself as having a duty to act ethically, treat workers well, and be honest in its business dealings, all of which set the stage for examining the circumstances that led to its rise.