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Noble Obsession: Charles Goodyear, Thomas Hancock, and the Race to Unlock the Greatest Industrial Secret of the Nineteenth Centu,Used
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Rubber was to the 1830s what the Internet boom was to the 1990s: a flawed but potentially worldaltering discovery that made and destroyed fortunes. It took the vision, courage, and perseverance of one manCharles Goodyearto reinvent rubber into the indispensable substance it is today. Noble Obsession is a riveting work of history that reads like enthralling fiction. It tells how Goodyear, a singleminded genius, risked his own life and his familys in a quest to unlock the secrets of rubber, and how Thomas Hancock, the scholarly English inventor who raced against Goodyear, ultimately robbed him of fame and fortune. Filled with villains, con men, and entrepreneurs, and brimming with fascinating facts about the science and business of rubber, Noble Obsession takes readers from the jungles of Brazil to the laboratories of Europe to the courtrooms of America to tell one of the strangest and most affecting sagas in the history of human discovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Noble Obsession'? A: 'Noble Obsession' explores the life of Charles Goodyear and his quest to unlock the secrets of rubber, detailing his rivalry with Thomas Hancock and the impact of their discoveries on the industrial world.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Noble Obsession'? A: The book is authored by Charles Slack.
- Q: When was 'Noble Obsession' published? A: 'Noble Obsession' was published on August 7, 2002.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Noble Obsession'? A: 'Noble Obsession' falls under the genre of Business & Money, providing insights into the historical significance of rubber in the industrial era.
- Q: How many pages does 'Noble Obsession' contain? A: 'Noble Obsession' contains a total of 274 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Noble Obsession'? A: 'Noble Obsession' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Noble Obsession' a fiction or non-fiction book? A: 'Noble Obsession' is a non-fiction book that reads like historical fiction, chronicling real events and figures in the rubber industry.
- Q: What makes 'Noble Obsession' a compelling read? A: The book is compelling due to its riveting narrative style, detailing the struggles and triumphs of inventors in the rubber industry, filled with intrigue and human drama.
- Q: What historical context does 'Noble Obsession' provide? A: 'Noble Obsession' provides historical context regarding the industrial revolution, focusing on the significance of rubber and the competition between inventors during the 19th century.
- Q: Can 'Noble Obsession' be beneficial for business students? A: Yes, 'Noble Obsession' can be beneficial for business students as it offers insights into entrepreneurship, innovation, and the complexities of industrial competition.