The Hiltons - The True Story Of An American Dynasty

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American hotel dynasty's rise to fame.

This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the history of the Hilton hotel industry and the American culture that surrounded it. It provides a comprehensive insight into the Hilton family - their successes, failures, and excesses. The unique feature of the book is its focus on the family's personal lives, including their messy relationships and lifestyles, which gives readers a relatable glimpse into their humanity. Overall, a fascinating read for those who love business and celebrity gossip.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Hiltons - The True Story Of An American Dynasty

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ISBN: 9781455516698
Date of Publication: 2014-04-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Biographies & Memoirs, Business
Goodreads rating: 3.82
(rated by 1363 readers)

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The Hiltons is a sweeping saga of the success-and excess-of an iconic American family.Demanding and enigmatic, patriarch Conrad Hilton's visionary ideas and unyielding will established the model for the modern luxury hotel industry. But outside the boardroom, Conrad struggled with emotional detachment, failed marriages, and conflicted Catholicism. Then there were his Playboy Nicky Hilton's tragic alcoholism and marriage to Elizabeth Taylor was the stuff of tabloid legend. Barron Hilton, on the other hand, deftly handled his father's legacy, carrying the Hilton brand triumphantly into the new millennium.Eric, raised apart from his older brothers, accepted his supporting role in the Hilton dynasty with calm and quiet-a stark contrast to the boys' much younger half-sister Francesca, whose battle for recognition led her into courtrooms and conflict. The cast of supporting players includes the inimitable Zsa Zsa Gabor, who was married to Conrad briefly and remained a thorn in his side for decades, and a host of other Hollywood and business luminaries with whom the Hiltons crossed paths and swords over the years.
 

American hotel dynasty's rise to fame.

This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the history of the Hilton hotel industry and the American culture that surrounded it. It provides a comprehensive insight into the Hilton family - their successes, failures, and excesses. The unique feature of the book is its focus on the family's personal lives, including their messy relationships and lifestyles, which gives readers a relatable glimpse into their humanity. Overall, a fascinating read for those who love business and celebrity gossip.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.