The Legend of Stanley : 150 Years of the Stanley Works [Hardcover]

Jeffrey L. Rodengen (Author), Karen Nitkin (Editor), Kyle Newton (Illustrator)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 191 pages
• Publisher: Write Stuff Syndicate (May 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0945903138
• ISBN-13: 978-0945903130
• Product Dimensions: 14.2 x 9.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #312,868 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #20 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > How-to & Home Improvements > Hand Tools
  • #98 in Books > Business & Investing > Industries & Professions > Industrial Relations

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, very well done., October 3, 1996

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This review is from: The Legend of Stanley : 150 Years of the Stanley Works (Hardcover)

I thought this was one of the best books I've read recently. I first picked it up because I enjoy woodworking and Stanley tools are something I learned to admire from my dad. As an entrepreneur, I found the story of a small company growing into a world class leader very interesting. The author did a great job of bringing history to life. The pictures from the past were fascinating. This is the kind of book you're proud to have on your bookshelf. I found it very well written and nicely put together. If you're interested in American history, business, or tools, this is a great book to own. I would highly recommend it

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great History Book, July 6, 2008

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R. Kawa "history buff" (left coast, USA!) - See all my reviews

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Its a great historical record of the Stanley Tool Co. However I was looking for more about the individual product (tool) history and specs.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Legend of Stanley, April 5, 2008

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Jefferson Melby (Illinois) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Legend of Stanley : 150 Years of the Stanley Works (Hardcover)

For the die-hard collector of antique tools, this book tells the behind-the-scenes story of empire building in Early America. Form the simplest manufacturing of a better mouse-trap, the lowly hinge, to a continental grasp of the hardware market. A marvelous journey of belief in the best of the free enterprise system and what rewards await a dedication to quality and perseverance. A classic of entreprenuership in our society.