Breakfast Table Autocrat: The Life Story Of Henry Parsons Crowell (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432576189)

The Breakfast Table Autocrat: The Life Story of Henry Parsons Crowell is a biography written by Richard Ellsworth Day. The book chronicles the life of Henry Parsons Crowell, a prominent businessman and philanthropist who founded the Quaker Oats Company. The author provides a detailed account of Crowell's life, from his humble beginnings in a small town in Ohio to his rise to success as a businessman. The book explores Crowell's personal life, including his marriage to his wife, Susan, and his relationships with his children. Additionally, the author delves into Crowell's business ventures, including his involvement in the food industry and his philanthropic efforts. Readers will gain insight into the life of a man who was not only successful in business but also dedicated to making a positive impact on the world. Overall, The Breakfast Table Autocrat is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers a fascinating look into the life of an influential figure in American business history.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.

Author: Richard Ellsworth Day
ISBN-10: 1432576186
ISBN-13: 9781432576189
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 388
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.86d