Descript |
486 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 24 cm |
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Edition |
Revised edition. |
Note |
Includes index. |
Contents |
Yes, there is a McDonald -- The Salesman -- The Franchising Derby -- The Owner/Operator -- Melting Pot -- Making Hamburgers -- Making Money -- The Buyout -- Partners -- Going Public -- McDonald's East, McDonald's West -- High Gear -- Media Magic -- "McDonaldizing" the Suppliers -- The Public Challenge -- Checks and Balances -- Exporting Americana. |
Summary |
A history of the McDonald's Corporation, from the first drive-in restaurant opened by the McDonald brothers in Pasadena in 1937 through the opening of franchises in Iceland, Kuwait, and Bulgaria, focusing on the leadership of entrepreneur Ray Kroc. |
ISBN |
9780553347593 (paperback) |
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