Kilowatts At Work: A History Of The Detroit Edison Company (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258499389)

Kilowatts At Work: A History Of The Detroit Edison Company is a comprehensive book written by Raymond Curtis Miller that chronicles the history of the Detroit Edison Company. The book explores the company's origins, its growth, and its impact on the city of Detroit and the surrounding areas. It delves into the key figures involved in the company's development, including its founders, executives, and engineers, and examines the various challenges and obstacles they faced along the way.The book covers a wide range of topics related to the company's operations, including its early efforts to bring electricity to the city of Detroit, its expansion into other regions, and its role in the development of new technologies and power generation methods. It also explores the company's relationship with its customers, its impact on the local economy, and its role in shaping the broader energy industry.Throughout the book, Miller provides detailed accounts of key events in the company's history, including major power outages, labor disputes, and the company's response to changing regulatory environments. He also examines the social and cultural impact of the company, including its role in shaping the city's skyline and its influence on the daily lives of Detroit residents.Overall, Kilowatts At Work: A History Of The Detroit Edison Company is a fascinating and informative book that provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most important and influential companies in the history of the United States. Whether you are interested in the history of the energy industry, the development of American cities, or the role of business in society, this book is sure to provide valuable insights and information.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.

Author: Raymond Curtis Miller
ISBN-10: 125849938X
ISBN-13: 9781258499389
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/20/2012
Pages: 500
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d