The Jekyl Island Club

More about the book

Set against the backdrop of Jekyl Island's luxurious history, the narrative explores the lives of America's elite during the early 1900s. This exclusive retreat attracted wealthy families like the Vanderbilts and Rockefellers, who indulged in opulence and Southern hospitality. The club's members, a mere hundred individuals, wielded significant influence, controlling one-sixth of the nation's wealth, showcasing the intersection of privilege and power in a bygone era.