Now back in print, this is the only book-length biography of a major Michigan figure who served as Detroit’s mayor and contributed to the early success of the Ford Motor Company.
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First published in 1958 by Charles Scribner’s Sons, Independent Man is the only book-length biography of one of Michigan’s most remarkable men. His many careers embraced both the business and political spheres.
Couzens was a prominent business man who helped shape Ford Motor Company but he left the company when he and Henry Ford clashed over politics. Upon leaving Ford, Couzens began his career in politics. He first served as Detroit’s police commissioner. He went on to a controversial term as mayor of Detroit and then represented Michigan in the U. S. Senate.
This book reveals the life of a truly unique and inspirational man.
About the Author
David Lewis is a professor of history at University of Michigan. He is author of The Public Image of Henry Ford: An American Folk Hero and His Company (Wayne State University Press, 1987).
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3.0 out of 5 stars
A good read but not definative ...,
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This review is from: Independent man; the life of Senator James Couzens (Hardcover)
James Couzens was a liberal Republican progressive that ended up in full support of the New Deal. In general he stood for what he believed in and didn't take direction from any special interests. The book makes it seem like he was truly a public servant but others tend to dismiss him as an mean-spirited and cold man. The book is definitely dated and had surprisingly few details about his personal life or how he actually accomplished what he did. Depending on how important his career actually is in US History, I think someone should take another shot at a biography of him.
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This review is from: Independent Man: The Life of Senator James Couzens (Great Lakes Books) (Paperback)
This book portrays a man who contributed to the strength of the United States. It should be a "must read" for all high schoolers.
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