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The complete illustrated history from tractors and machinery to Deere's role in farm life, 1837 to today.
A corporate history that also illuminates a difficult and significant period in U.S. history.
John Deere tractors are the most popular tractors and hold a prominent place in agriculture’s history and present. The Little Book of John Deere book pays tribute to this famous manufacturer by combining fabulous four-color photographs, historical black-and-white photographs, vintage brochures along with detailed captions.
Text and photographs present a history of John Deere tractors.
From the success of his various business ventures, he moved easily into the world of politics. Luther Holton was finance minister of the United Province of Canada from 1863 to 1864, leading the battle to reform the finance department and to enhance the province's credit in London, England.".
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Their account will inform readers with a detailed account of one of the great transformations in American life."--BOOK JACKET.
Here is the biggest, best, and most complete history of classic farm tractors. All North American models make their appearance--from John Deere and Farmall to fascinating "orphans" like the Steel Mule, from the late 1800s steamers through the high-powered workhorses of the 1970s. In addition to hundreds of high-detail large-format photography of tractors and equipment (see below for samples), the volume includes 100 color and black-and-white archival photos, advertising posters, and brochures. The result is an unparalleled look at the icon of American agriculture. Chapter 1: Muscles to Motors Chapter 2: Allis-Chalmers Chapter 3: J.I. Case Chapter 4: Caterpillar Chapter 5: John Deere Chapter 6: Ford Chapter 7: International Harvester Chapter 8: Massey-Ferguson Chapter 9: Minneapolis-Moline Chapter 10: Oliver Corporation Chapter 11: Orphans and Others