Doris Duke Philanthropist and Heiress Doris Duke (November 22, 1912- October 28, 1993) is best known as an heiress and philanthropist. She is the daughter of James Buchanan Duke, who was very successful in the tobacco and real estate business. For this success, Doris...
Edith Wharton Writer Edith Wharton (January 24, 1862-August 11, 1937) was born into a wealthy family in New York who traveled through Europe. This is where she developed her passion for literature, art and architecture. At the age of 16 she had written her first...
