Many were persuaded to leave the show to marry, some to men of substantial wealth.
In the years that followed, family members acquired substantial wealth and influence.
Economic conditions improved in the late 1830s, and Hamersley's large land holdings brought him substantial wealth.
But what of the majority of people who do not have substantial wealth to bequeath?
Several universities offer wealth-management education for private investors with substantial wealth.
You had to have substantial wealth for a place like this.
"Most people of substantial wealth want to actively participate in the management of their money," he said.
One chapter, for example, says the real way to earn substantial wealth is by starting your own company.
"There is still substantial wealth in this country."
His business interests have enabled him to build substantial personal wealth since independence.