""Henry Ford and Greenfield Village"" is a non-fiction book written by William Adams Simonds. The book is a biography of Henry Ford, the founder of the Ford Motor Company, and his creation of Greenfield Village, a living history museum located in Dearborn, Michigan. The author provides a detailed account of Ford's life, from his childhood in a rural Michigan farm to his rise to fame as an industrialist and inventor. The book also delves into the history of Greenfield Village, which Ford created as a way to preserve American ...
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""Henry Ford and Greenfield Village"" is a non-fiction book written by William Adams Simonds. The book is a biography of Henry Ford, the founder of the Ford Motor Company, and his creation of Greenfield Village, a living history museum located in Dearborn, Michigan. The author provides a detailed account of Ford's life, from his childhood in a rural Michigan farm to his rise to fame as an industrialist and inventor. The book also delves into the history of Greenfield Village, which Ford created as a way to preserve American history and culture. The author describes how Ford collected and restored historic buildings and artifacts from all over the United States, and how he used them to create a unique and immersive experience for visitors. The book includes numerous photographs and illustrations, as well as detailed descriptions of the various buildings and exhibits in Greenfield Village. The author also provides insights into Ford's personal life, including his relationships with his family, his employees, and his community. Overall, ""Henry Ford and Greenfield Village"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of America's most famous entrepreneurs, and a fascinating look at the creation of one of the country's most beloved museums.This is a new release of the original 1938 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. No publication date. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 600grams, ISBN:
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Very Good+ in Very Good dust jacket. Illustrated with black-and-white photographs. The dust jacket is protected by a Brodart mylar cover and is not price clipped. Not an ex-library copy. No remainder marks. Most books shipped within 24 hours. All books mailed with Delivery Confirmation. The dust jacket chipping at the top of the spine panel as well as minor chipping, closed tears, rubbing and creasing at the edges. Very good + condition in very good dust jacket.; B&W Photographs; 8vo.; 268 pages.
