The Green Vision of Henry Ford and George Washington Carver - by Quentin R Skrabec (Paperback)

Name: The Green Vision of Henry Ford and George Washington Carver - by Quentin R Skrabec (Paperback)
Brand: McFarland & Company
SKU: 93678972
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Highlights

Henry Ford and George Washington Carver had a unique friendship and a shared vision.
About the Author: Quentin R. Skrabec, Jr., Ph.D., is an international expert in management, manufacturing and globalization, and the author of several books on American industrial history, capitalism and notable business leaders.
220 Pages
Business + Money Management, Development

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About the Book

"Ford and Carver had a unique friendship and a shared vision. This book details their paths to "green" manufacturing and the start of the chemurgic movement in America. The story shows how capitalism can drive the green movement and expand American industry"--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Henry Ford and George Washington Carver had a unique friendship and a shared vision. This book details their paths to "green" manufacturing and the start of the chemurgic movement in America. It covers a number of little known projects such as their efforts to use ethanol as a national fuel, the use of soybeans for plastic production, and the use of waterpower for factories. This study of their collaboration shows how capitalism can drive the green movement and expand American industry.

Review Quotes

"recommended"-Choice; "a wealth of insights"-SAH Journal; "wealth of insights"-SpeedReaders.

About the Author

Quentin R. Skrabec, Jr., Ph.D., is an international expert in management, manufacturing and globalization, and the author of several books on American industrial history, capitalism and notable business leaders. He lives in Maumee, Ohio.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.9 Inches (H) x 6.9 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)

Weight: .85 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Sub-Genre: Development

Genre: Business + Money Management

Number of Pages: 220

Publisher: McFarland & Company

Theme: Economic Development

Format: Paperback

Author: Quentin R Skrabec

Language: English

Street Date: March 25, 2013

TCIN: 93678972

UPC: 9780786469826

Item Number (DPCI): 247-13-5374

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship weight: 0.85 pounds

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