Robert Maxwell
Robert Maxwell
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Robert Ghislaine Maxwell was a British media proprietor who went by the name of Maxwell in business circles.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on June 23, 1923, in Srijemska Mitrovica, Yugoslavia (now part of Serbia), he died under mysterious circumstances on November 5, 1991, off the coast of Portugal while sailing his yacht, the _Lady Ghislaine_.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Maxwell was a dual citizen of the United Kingdom and Israel. He made his fortune in various fields including publishing, printing, and information technology. Maxwell's career spanned multiple industries: publishing, printing, and information technology.
Early Life
Growing up in Yugoslavia during World War II, Maxwell survived a Nazi concentration camp as a teenager. After the war, he moved to Israel where he enlisted in the Israeli Army, later joining the British Army. His early life experiences had a profound impact on his worldview and entrepreneurial spirit.
Major Accomplishments
Maxwell's business empire grew rapidly through strategic acquisitions and investments. He acquired _The Daily Mirror_ in 1984, making him one of the most powerful media proprietors in Britain. His company also owned Berliner Zeitung (East Germany), El País (Spain), and other international newspapers.
Notable Works or Actions
Maxwell's publishing ventures included founding _McTague's_ magazine, which was later sold to the Mail Group. He also created a network of computerized databases, _Macmillan Computer Publishing_, to manage his vast media holdings.
Impact and Legacy
As a media mogul, Maxwell played a significant role in shaping global news coverage. His influence extended beyond Britain to Europe and the United States through his diverse portfolio of publications.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Maxwell is remembered for his controversial business practices and his complex, often enigmatic personality. His mysterious death added fuel to public fascination with his life and career.
As a prominent figure in 20th-century media history, Robert Maxwell's legacy continues to inspire both admiration and criticism.
Quotes by Robert Maxwell
If things were half as bad as some people persist in believing, I’d have retired with a bottle of Scotch and a pistol a long time ago.
Money isn’t everything. I’ve got money and I’ve got everything, and they’re not the same.
Money isn't everything. I've got money and I've got everything, and they're not the same.
If things were half as bad as some people persist in believing, I'd have retired with a bottle of Scotch and a pistol a long time ago.
If only 50 or more people were doing for the country what I have been doing, there would not be a pay freeze or a balance of payments problem.
