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Prosecuting Trusts: The Courts Break Up Monopolies in America examines how large businesses formed trusts to eliminate competition and control markets for essential goods and services. The book follows attorneys, judges, and government officials who worked to break up these monopolies through legal action. Set in late 19th and early 20th century America, the story highlights key antitrust cases that reshaped the country's economic landscape.
Quick Summary
This book uncovers the wild true story of how greedy tycoons tried to corner every market in America, from oil to railroads, and how brave lawyers and presidents fought back to protect small businesses and regular people. Readers will cheer as they learn about the original "trust busters" who took on powerful billionaires like John D. Rockefeller, using clever courtroom strategies to smash illegal monopolies and restore fair competition for everyone. Kids who love history mysteries and stories about underdogs will eat this up the way they devour the "I Survived" series or books about kids who changed the world. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy learning about brave people standing up to powerful villains.