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Edward G. Budd: Father Of The Streamliners And The Budd Company is a biography of Edward G. Budd, a prominent figure in the American automobile and railroad industries. The book explores Budd's life and career, from his early days as a machinist to his founding of the Budd Company, which became a major supplier of steel bodies for automobiles and railcars.The author, Edward G. Budd himself, provides a firsthand account of his experiences and insights into the development of the streamlining movement in transportation design. The book covers the history of the Budd Company, including its collaborations with major automakers and railroads, and the innovations that made it a leader in the industry.Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the impact that Budd and his company had on American transportation and manufacturing, as well as the challenges and triumphs of his personal life. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American industry and transportation.Delivered At A National Newcomen Luncheon Of The Newcomen Society Held At New York City.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. Read more ISBN10 1428659781 ISBN13 978-1428659780 Language English Publisher Kessinger Pub Co Dimensions 6 x 0.12 x 9 inches Item Weight 2.89 ounces Print length 48 pages Publication date July 25, 2006