The Growth Of An Ideal, Embracing The History Of The Goodrich Company, And The Economoy Of Factory And Branch Organization And Operation (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781024841800)

"The Growth Of An Ideal" chronicles the history of the B.F. Goodrich Company, a leading name in the rubber industry. This volume details the company's evolution, embracing its pioneering spirit and its impact on manufacturing and economic practices. It offers a unique insight into the organization and operation of factories and branch networks in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Beyond a corporate history, this book provides a valuable case study in American industrial development. It examines the strategies, innovations, and challenges faced by one of the era's most important manufacturers. It serves as a historical record and a resource for understanding the complexities of business growth and management during a transformative period in American history.

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