Willard Henry Dow: President Of The Dow Chemical Company (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428660663)

Willard Henry Dow: President Of The Dow Chemical Company is a biography written by Leland I. Doan. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and career of Willard Henry Dow, who served as the president of the Dow Chemical Company from 1949 to 1962. The book traces Dow's early life, his education, and his entry into the chemical industry. It also covers the history of the Dow Chemical Company, from its founding in 1897 by Dow's father, Herbert Dow, to its growth and expansion under Willard Dow's leadership. The book provides insights into Dow's management style, his approach to innovation and research, and his contributions to the development of the chemical industry. It also explores the challenges and controversies that the company faced during Dow's tenure, including environmental concerns and labor disputes. Overall, Willard Henry Dow: President Of The Dow Chemical Company is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the chemical industry and the life of one of its most influential leaders.Delivered During The 1950 Michigan Dinner Of The Newcomen Society.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: Leland I. Doan
ISBN-10: 1428660666
ISBN-13: 9781428660663
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2006
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d