"Sherman Antitrust Act" by Richard Worth provides a compelling examination of the landmark legislation that transformed American business practices. The book delves into the historical context that led to the creation of the Act, highlighting the rise of monopolies in the late 19th century and the public demand for regulation. Worth explores key figures involved in the legislation, the legal battles that followed, and the Act's long-lasting impact on antitrust law and economic competition in the United States. Through detailed narratives and analysis, the book reveals the tensions between capitalism and regulation, illuminating the enduring relevance of the Sherman Antitrust Act today. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Landmark Legislation .

This book has been graded for interest at 12-17 years.

There are 128 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2012 by Cavendish Square Publishing .

Richard Worth has written several biographies and histories for middle graders, including Stanley and Livingstone and the Exploration of Africa in World History , The Spanish Inquisition in World History , and Voices from Colonial America: Louisiana, 1682-1803 .