Publisher's Synopsis
E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company: A History 1802 to 1902 is a book written by B. G. du Pont that provides a comprehensive account of the history of the company from its founding in 1802 to the end of the 19th century. The book covers the evolution of the company from a small gunpowder manufacturer to a diversified industrial conglomerate. It discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by the company during its early years, including the impact of the War of 1812, the growth of the American economy, and the emergence of new technologies. The book also examines the role of the du Pont family in the company's success and the impact of their management style on the company's growth. Overall, E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company: A History 1802 to 1902 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American industry and the evolution of corporate governance.1920. With Illustrations. A history of the company written by Bessie Gardner du Pont. E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company was founded in July 1802 as a gun powder mill by Eleuthere Irenee du Pont on Brandywine Creek, near Wilmington, Delaware. Du Pont later evolved into one of the world's largest chemical companies, and in the 20th century led the polymer revolution by developing many highly successful materials such as nylon, teflon and kevlar.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.
