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K.C.: The Biography Of K.C. Irving
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Born In The Tiny Community Of Bouctouche, New Brunswick, At The Turn Of The Century, K.C. Irving Became A Billionaire In One Of Canada'S Poorest Provinces And Although He Was One Of The World'S Most Successful Entrepreneurs, Few People Outside The Atlantic Provinces Even Knew His Name. Fewer Still Knew The Man Himself. Yet His Holdings Ranged From Vast Forest Operations, Canada'S Largest Oil Refinery, Service Stations And Convenience Stores To Pulp, Paper And Newsprint Mills, Canada'S Busiest Shipyard, Fleets Of Ships, International Trucking Systems, Newspapers, Radio And Television Stations, And Much More.K.C. Irving Remained An Enigmatic, Reclusive Figure For Most Of His Life. He Shunned Interviews, And His Sons And Relatives Were Almost As Inaccessible. In K.C., Authors Douglas How And Ralph Costello Give The Reader The First Inside Look At The Life And Work Of Canada'S Most Private Billionaire. In An Unprecedented Move, How Was Given Access To The Multitudinous Irving Operations And Was Able To Spend Over 90 Hours With Irving Himself. Costello Draws On His Fifty Years As A Journalist, Writer, Editor, And Publisher In New Brunswick, And On His Time As Head Of All Irvingowned Media.The Authors Trace K.C. Irving'S Rise From His First Service Station In His Hometown And A Ford Dealership In Saint John To The Launching Of Irving Oil And A Career That Would Eventually Lead To His Involvement In Virtually Every Aspect Of New Brunswick Business, Industry, And Politics. He Fought With A Passion For What He Believed In, Taking On Local Competitors And International Giants With Equal Determination. But He Was More Than Simply An Industrialist. He Was Also The Pioneer Of An Ambitious And Highly Successful Reforestation Program Decades Before New Brunswick Forestry Experts Thought It Possible Or Even Worthwhile.In This Unforgettable Portrait Of The Man Who Changed The Face And Future Of A Province, Irving Emerges As A Fascinating, Difficult, Brilliant, And Complex Man. No Biography Will Ever Get Closer To The Real K.C.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'K.C.: The Biography of K.C. Irving'? A: The biography details the life and achievements of K.C. Irving, a billionaire entrepreneur from New Brunswick, Canada, exploring his various business ventures and personal life.
- Q: Who are the authors of this biography? A: The biography is authored by Douglas How and Ralph Costello, with How having spent significant time with K.C. Irving and Costello bringing decades of journalistic experience.
- Q: What type of book is 'K.C.: The Biography of K.C. Irving'? A: This book is a hardcover biography that provides an in-depth look at K.C. Irving's life, highlighting his contributions to business and industry in New Brunswick.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, indicating it may show some signs of wear but remains fully readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The biography consists of 400 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of K.C. Irving's life and career.
- Q: When was 'K.C.: The Biography of K.C. Irving' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1994.
- Q: What features does the book have? A: The book is a hardcover edition and is categorized under business, specifically focusing on entrepreneurship and industry.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in the book's binding? A: The book is bound in hardcover, which typically provides durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: What themes are explored in K.C. Irving's biography? A: The biography explores themes of entrepreneurship, reclusiveness, business innovation, and the impact of K.C. Irving's work on New Brunswick's economy.
- Q: Can this book be a good resource for learning about entrepreneurship? A: Yes, this biography offers insights into entrepreneurship through the life and business practices of K.C. Irving, making it a valuable resource for those interested in business.