Russ Banham, The Ford Century. Ford Motor Company and the innovations that shaped the world, Ed. Tehabi, 2002

No technological achievement has altered our world more than the introduction of the automobile into every element of our society, and no single company has been more influential in that achievement than Ford Motor Company. For the past one hundred years, we have used automobiles for our livelihood, for travel and recreation, for delivery and transport—thanks, in large part, to the vision of Henry Ford and the three successive generations of Ford leaders that have furthered his legacy.

This hundredth anniversary book is a fascinating, highly visual look into the history of an American icon—a company with a household name that has been a part of the fabric of our nation’s history. Ford’s story is one of inventions, personalities, legendary vehicles, setbacks, and successes, all intertwined with the most challenging and innovative century in American history.

The Ford Century represents the visual history of the man, the machine, and the company that changed the world. From the automotive assembly line to the V-8 engine; from the affordable everyman’s car to the creation of a network of national highways, from the Arsenal of Democracy in World War II to today’s global economy—it’s all here in the most compelling and comprehensive book on Henry Ford and the Ford legacy.

With more than five hundred full-color and archival images, an unflinching, thoroughly researched text, and many special features, this book spans a complete century of goings-on at this archetypal corporation. The Ford Century covers all of the well-known subjects—the Model T, Edsel Ford, the famed Rouge Complex—plus exciting unreleased vehicles, compelling interviews, and surprising insights that are prossible only with the unparalleled access granted to the producers of this book.

Featuring a lively, personality-centered text and stunning images The Ford Century is a compelling read for car buffs, industry watchers, and connoisseurs of illustrated history alike.

N.B.: disponiamo anche di un ulteriore esemplare della stessa edizione, in condizioni esteriormente non perfette ma intatto alle pagine, mancante di sovracoperta e con piccole ammaccature non gravi ai bordi, dovute alla consultazione; stanti queste imperfezioni, la copia è in vendita ad €26. Se interessati, contattateci tramite messaggistica privata.

Prima Edizione del 2002, a copertina rigida in tela nera con sovracoperta fotografica patinata, dotata di cofanetto editoriale in tela a copertura fotografica lucida, corredata da numerosissime fotografie d’archivio in B/N e a colori.

Più che Ottimo [non si notano danni, scritte, segni, strappi o usure particolari che vadano evidenziate; legatura compatta e robusta; sovracoperta integra e ben tenuta, con piccolissime pieghettature ai bordi ed alcune opacità ai piatti dovute a sfregamento tra volumi].