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Wheels for the World

Name: Wheels for the World
ISBN: 9780142004395

Henry Ford, His Company, and a Century of Progress

Douglas G. Brinkley, Douglas Brinkley

Penguin Publishing Group · 2004-06-01

Wheels for the World: Henry Ford, His Company, and a Century of Progress

Business & Economics Technology & Engineering Transportation business history

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Who It's For

Good for readers who enjoy Business & Economics / Industries / Automobile Industry
Good for fans of History
Strong fit for readers who prefer grounded, real-world context.

What You Get

Themes: History, Business.
Reading lane: Industries and Automotive.
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group.

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A New York Times Notable Book • This detailed history chronicles the rise of Ford Motor Company and the man who revolutionized the automotive industry In this monumental work, one of our finest historians reveals the riveting details of Ford Motor Company’s epic achievements, from the outlandish success of the Model T and V-8 to the glory days of the Thunderbird, Mustang, and Taurus. Brilliant innovators, colorful businessmen, and clever eccentrics, as well as the three Ford factories themselves, all become characters in this gripping drama. Douglas Brinkley is a master at crafting compelling historical narratives, and this exemplary history of one of the preeminent American corporations is his finest achievement yet.