Edward Ball and the Alfred I. DuPont Tradition (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258856458)

""Edward Ball and the Alfred I. DuPont Tradition"" is a book written by Francis P. Gaines that delves into the life and legacy of Edward Ball, a prominent businessman and philanthropist who was heavily involved in the growth and development of the DuPont company. The book explores Ball's personal history, including his upbringing in a wealthy family in Florida, his education, and his early business ventures. It also examines his role in the DuPont company, where he served as a key executive and helped to steer the company through periods of growth and change.Throughout the book, Gaines provides a detailed analysis of the DuPont company and its history, as well as the broader economic and social context in which it operated. He explores the various challenges and opportunities that faced the company over the years, from the early days of the chemical industry to the modern era of global competition and technological innovation.In addition to his work at DuPont, Ball was also deeply involved in philanthropy and public service. The book examines his contributions to various charitable causes and his efforts to improve the quality of life for people in his community and beyond.Overall, ""Edward Ball and the Alfred I. DuPont Tradition"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of one man's life and his impact on a major American corporation. It offers valuable insights into the history of the DuPont company and the broader economic and social forces that have shaped the modern world.This is a new release of the original 1959 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.

Author: Francis P. Gaines
ISBN-10: 125885645X
ISBN-13: 9781258856458
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2013
Pages: 28
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.47lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d