My Friend Mr. Edison

My Friend Mr. Edison is a book written by the famous industrialist and inventor, Henry Ford. The book is a memoir of Ford's personal experiences and interactions with the legendary inventor, Thomas Edison. Ford and Edison shared a close friendship and a deep admiration for each other's work.In the book, Ford recounts his first meeting with Edison and how the two men bonded over their shared passion for innovation and technology. He also shares anecdotes about their time spent together, including camping trips, fishing expeditions, and discussions about the future of industry.Throughout the book, Ford offers insights into Edison's character and work ethic, describing him as a tireless worker who was always looking for new ways to improve the world around him. He also highlights some of Edison's most significant inventions, including the light bulb and the phonograph.My Friend Mr. Edison is not only a fascinating account of two of the most influential figures in American history but also a testament to the power of friendship and collaboration. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of technology and innovation.1930. Henry Ford first met Thomas Edison at a dinner held during an Edison Convention, an annual event for the chief engineers and managers of the various Edison plants in order to exchange experiences. At this time, Ford was the chief engineer of the Detroit Edison Company. From this momentous occasion onward, Ford and Edison became friends and sounding boards for each other. This work is the story of this mutual friendship between two remarkable men.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.