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The Billionaire Who Wasn't: How Chuck Feeney Secretly Made and Gave Away a Fortune

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Book Synopsis: The astonishing life of the modest New Jersey businessman who anonymously gave away 10 billion dollars and inspired the "giving while living" movement. In this bestselling book, Conor O'Clery reveals the inspiring life story of Chuck Feeney, known as the "James Bond of philanthropy." Feeney was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to a blue-collar Irish-American family during the Depression. After service in the Korean War, he made a fortune as founder of Duty Free Shoppers, the world's largest duty-free retail chain. By 1988, he was hailed by Forbes Magazine as the twenty-fourth richest American alive. But secretly Feeney had already transferred all his wealth to his foundation, Atlantic Philanthropies. Only in 1997 when he sold his duty free interests, was he "outed" as one of the greatest and most mysterious American philanthropists in modern times, who had anonymously funded hospitals and universities from San Francisco to Limerick to New York to Brisbane. His example convinced Bill Gates and Warren Buffett to give away their fortunes during their lifetime, known as the giving pledge.

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Discover the incredible true story of Chuck Feeney in the groundbreaking bestseller, "The Billionaire Who Wasn't: How Chuck Feeney Secretly Made and Gave Away a Fortune." Follow the inspiring journey of this humble New Jersey businessman who quietly donated a staggering 10 billion dollars, igniting the "giving while living" movement that has transformed philanthropy. This captivating book by Conor O'Clery sheds light on Feeney's extraordinary life, earning him the well-deserved title of the "James Bond of philanthropy."

Born into a modest Irish-American family during the hardships of the Depression, Chuck Feeney defied all odds to create a global retail empire. As the visionary founder of Duty Free Shoppers, the world's largest duty-free retail chain, Feeney amassed a fortune that earned him accolades as one of the wealthiest Americans. However, behind the scenes, Feeney had already selflessly transferred his entire wealth to his foundation, Atlantic Philanthropies.

It wasn't until 1997, when Feeney sold his duty-free interests, that the world discovered the astonishing truth. The man who had anonymously funded groundbreaking projects, charitable organizations, hospitals, and universities across the globe stood revealed as one of the most influential philanthropists of our time. From San Francisco to Limerick, New York to Brisbane, Feeney's generosity knew no bounds.

This incredible tale of selflessness and inspiring giving has had a profound impact on prominent figures like Bill Gates and Warren Buffett. Feeney's admirable example led them to pledge to give away their wealth during their lifetime, creating a philanthropic wave that continues to shape the world. By immersing yourself in the pages of "The Billionaire Who Wasn't," you'll unveil the hidden story of a man who forever changed how we think about giving.

Embark on this remarkable journey today and be inspired to make a difference. Grab your copy of "The Billionaire Who Wasn't: How Chuck Feeney Secretly Made and Gave Away a Fortune" now!

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