Black Fortunes

"Black Fortunes" reveals the untold history of America's first black millionaires—former slaves who overcame immense obstacles to build and sustain their wealth from the Jacksonian period to the Roaring Twenties. The audiobook profiles remarkable entrepreneurs, including Shomari Wills' great-great-great-grandfather Napoleon Bonaparte Drew, alongside notable figures like Mary Ellen Pleasant and Madam C.J. Walker, illustrating their pivotal roles in forging black financial success. This engaging narrative sheds light on a vital chapter of American history, showcasing the emergence of a thriving black marketplace and the resilient spirit of those who broke barriers to attain prosperity.