Henry Ford: Highlights of His Life by Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village
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| Author | Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village |
|---|---|
| Title | Henry Ford: Highlights of His Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Henry Ford: Highlights of His Life" by Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village is a biography written in the mid-20th century. This publication chronicles the life and achievements of Henry Ford, the iconic founder of the Ford Motor Company, highlighting his innovations in the automotive industry and his influence on modern manufacturing processes. The book delves into Ford's upbringing, his early fascination with machinery, and the development of the Model T, which revolutionized transportation for the masses. The content of the book tracks Ford's journey from his childhood on a farm in Dearborn, Michigan, to his groundbreaking work in automobile production. It details his early experiments with gas engines, his formation of the Ford Motor Company, and the eventual success of the Model T, which became a symbol of accessibility in the automotive world. The narrative also reflects on Ford's broader interests, including agriculture and education, culminating in the establishment of The Edison Institute, which aimed to educate future generations about industrial history and technology. Through his unique vision and relentless pursuit of efficiency, Ford not only changed the car industry but also reshaped American society and its relationship with transportation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Ford, Henry, 1863-1947 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57117 |
| Release Date | May 8, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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