George Eastman

By Carl William Ackerman

Book Overview

""George Eastman"" by Carl W. Ackerman is a biography of the American entrepreneur and philanthropist who revolutionized the photography industry with the invention of the Kodak camera. The book chronicles Eastman's life from his childhood in upstate New York to his rise as a successful businessman and his commitment to philanthropy. It explores his innovative ideas and his impact on the development of modern photography, as well as his personal life, including his struggles with depression and his decision to end his own life. Through extensive research and interviews with those who knew him best, Ackerman provides a comprehensive and compelling portrait of one of the most influential figures in American history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163187674
• ISBN13: 9781163187678
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 588 Pages
• Weight: 1.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"