Wheels of Fortune: The Story of Rubber in Akron
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Book Overview
For over a century after Dr Benjamin Franklin Goodrich came to town in 1870, Akron was the Rubber Capital of the World. Its people worked in the rubber shops of Goodrich, Goodyear, Firestone, General,... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1884836372
ISBN13:9781884836374
Release Date:January 1999
Publisher:University of Akron Press
Length:358 Pages
Weight:3.45 lbs.
Dimensions:1.3" x 8.8" x 11.3"
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
Great Book on History of Akron and the Rubber Industry
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
As a native of Akron, OH, I was very interested in reading this book and learning the history of the city which was known as the Rubber Capitol of the World.This book is very well written and contains many beautiful sharp photos from the past.The rubber industry has had an effect on everyone. Learn how it all started and how the the creator of modern rubber died pennyless. I very highly recommend this book!
Excellent review of making of an industry and its capital.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Excellent case study of how invention grew a city and the company-city relationship. Demonstrates the importance of innovation and how industries die if they don't embrace change.The effect on the Akron people is excellent.
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