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Henry Ford

by The Editors of New Word City
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Henry Ford was perfectly tuned to his time. While other automakers were turning out expensive toys for rich men, he made sturdy, practical cars that everyone could afford and everyone could drive. His moving assembly line slashed the cost of production. His network of franchised dealers nurtured car ownership and promoted gas stations and better roads. But when his time passed him by, he couldn't adapt to the new world he himself had made. Here, in this short-form book, is his story.

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Publisher: New Word City, LLC Edition: 1

Kindle Book

  • Release date: April 5, 2013

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9781612307169
  • Release date: April 5, 2013

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781612307169
  • File size: 1354 KB
  • Release date: April 5, 2013

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Kindle Book
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subjects

Biography & Autobiography Young Adult Nonfiction

Languages

English

Henry Ford was perfectly tuned to his time. While other automakers were turning out expensive toys for rich men, he made sturdy, practical cars that everyone could afford and everyone could drive. His moving assembly line slashed the cost of production. His network of franchised dealers nurtured car ownership and promoted gas stations and better roads. But when his time passed him by, he couldn't adapt to the new world he himself had made. Here, in this short-form book, is his story.

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Biography & Autobiography Young Adult Nonfiction
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