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Made in America: From Levi's to Barbie to Google
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by Nick Freeth
Sales Rank: 277579
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Discount: 32 %
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Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: MBI; First edition November 10, 2005
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0760322708
ISBN-13: 978-0760322703
Product Dimensions:
8.1 x 6.6 x 1.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
Product Review
Classic American (UK), Winter 2006
“A handy, smallish, soft-back format ideal as a stocking-filler … It’s not too heavy, fun to dip into and very informative. Go buy!”
Book Description
For much of the twentieth century, Americas commercial success was due to its very distinctive manner of designing and producing goods. Working independently from European and Asian influences, American businesses developed unique styles. American automobile designs, for instance, have often been bolder than those of their European counterparts. The emphasis on design has also led to legendary products and packaging such as the universally recognized Coca-Cola bottle. This book examines 200 products that have achieved icon status and have America written all over them. Each item is featured in stunning photography accompanied by a concise history, key data, and amazing trivia. These products epitomize the uniquely American combination of confident styling and utility. They also reflect the depth of American marketing, which seeks uniqueness to maximize product awareness.
Customer Reviews & Comments
I bought this book on a whim after leafing through it to see what made the list. It really has a lot of info--I can't resist picking it up to read another half dozen entries. Lots of fun, even though you'll probably think of lots of other stuff he could have included. (Dr Pepper is really the oldest soft drink?)
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