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Cyrus Hall McCormick: Seed-Time, 1809-1856

Cyrus Hall McCormick: Seed-Time, 1809-1856


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"Cyrus Hall McCormick: Seed-Time, 1809-1856" provides a meticulous exploration of the life and legacy of the man whose mechanical reaper revolutionized the agricultural world. This scholarly biography delves into the formative years of Cyrus Hall McCormick, tracking his journey from a family farm in Rockbridge County, Virginia, to the pinnacle of American industrial success. The narrative captures the arduous process of invention, the complexities of patent law in the 19th century, and the relentless ambition required to transform a primitive machine into a global necessity.

Focusing on the "seed-time" of McCormick's career, the authors detail the transition from manual labor to mechanized farming, a shift that fundamentally altered the economic landscape of the United States. Readers will discover the intricacies of early manufacturing, the intense legal competitions of the era, and the strategic vision that led to the establishment of a business empire. This work serves as an essential resource for those interested in the history of technology, the development of the American Midwest, and the biography of an individual whose innovations played a critical role in feeding a growing nation.

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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781025582603
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Height: 234 mm
  • No of Pages: 538
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: Seed-Time, 1809-1856
  • Width: 156 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1025582608
  • Publisher Date: 14 Feb 2026
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 30 mm
  • Weight: 974 gr


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