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business3 years ago•6 min saved

"The Astor Dynasty: Anderson Cooper's Insight into its Ascension and Decline"

Anderson Cooper discusses the rise and fall of the Astor fortune, starting with John Jacob Astor's ruthless accumulation of wealth through the beaver fur trade. The Astor family became known as slumlords in New York City, renting out land to sub-landlords who neglected the buildings. However, the family's legacy is still visible in the city's infrastructure. Cooper highlights Brooke Astor as a philanthropist who rehabilitated the Astor name. The book, "Astor: The Rise and Fall of an American Fortune," co-written by Cooper and Katherine Howe, explores the complex history of the Astor dynasty and its impact on subsequent generations.

via CBS News|

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real-estate3 years ago•2 min saved

"19th-Century Astor Heiress Mansion Listed for $13.75 Million"

Fashion designer Marc Ecko's 19th-century New Jersey mansion, built for an Astor heiress, is on the market for $13.75 million. The 32-acre property, dubbed Stronghold, was designed by architect George B. Post and features a rough-hewn stone facade, bespoke wrought-iron balconies, and a wraparound porch. Ecko oversaw a renovation of the 20,000-square-foot mansion eight years ago, keeping period details while creating a modern, comfortable, and whimsical home. The property includes a carriage house, a basketball court with a modern gym, a pool and lounge area, and several outbuildings.

via Mansion Global|

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