Online Catalogue last updated 15th of September 2008
This is a large format volume to chronicle the entire history of American farm tractors, from the steam power of the 1850s to the current offerings from New Holland, AGCO, John Deere, Caterpillar, and more. Detailed description of tractors especially significant to the period, short essays on events defining the times, personal vignettes, collectibles, sales memorabilia, ads from old farm magazines, and old black-and-white photos of farm scenes make this a complete look at one of America's greatest innovations.
Whether you are someone who has farmed, or someone simply with a love of the land, this book will give you a new perspective on the enormous influence of the tractor upon the American farm and culture.
Code No. 009389, ISBN 0896584712, $60.00