Product Description: In August, 1960, thousands of enthusiastic on-lookers gathered to witness the long-awaited introduction of John Deere's new four-cylinder tractors. Presented in archival photographs and ads, as well as contemporary color photography, this volume presents an inside look at how the tractors were designed and conceived, and discusses the managerial strife that made the New Generation (1960-72) tractors possible...read more

Product Description: Spin up the turbo, lock it into all-wheel drive, and shift into high gear to take a high-horsepower tour of the tractors of the 1960s! American Farm Tractors in the 1960s discusses and explores the history of John Deere and other prominent manufacturers such as IH, Famrall, J...read more

Product Description: During the initial wave of powered farming in the early 20th century, most medium- to large-scale farmers traded in their mules for tractors. In the 1930s, when manufacturers began marketing their wares to the holdouts, they began building smaller, inexpensive tractors designed to do the work of two mules...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: Minneapolis-Moline gained its reputation by introducing high-compression engines, heated cabs, and a startling corporate color dubbed Prairie Gold to the work of farm tractors. This fabulous color history of Minne-Mo's 40-year run offers a brief overview of the companys history with an emphasis on tractor development and model changes...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: NEW BOOK FROM SOUTHWIND WRITERS The Southwind Writers are back with their third book, Maybe It’s the Moon. Sweet lunacy infects the characters in the seven new stories by the group. These tales by Rod Beemer, Judy Lilly, Victoria Page, Joyce Pearson, Therese Uri, Larry Uri, and Sherida Warner revel in those moments when people are moved to impulsive action by forces as uncanny as the pull of the moon...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

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Product Description: The Southwind Writers have turned their talents to the subject of matrimony. Weddings, even the most intimate, must be witnessed. Your presence is requested for an invigorating walk down the aisle--times seven. You won't be alone: you'll be accompanied by seven lively, lovely brides, by at least as many, if not more, amorous grooms, and by a gaggle of intriguing guests...read more

Product Description: From forging plows to modern day, this is a unique behind-the-scenes look inside the John Deere Factory. Beemer and Peterson discuss factory technology focusing on construction techniques and how they have changed over the years. The inside story will also be told, including how the company got started and where it is headed in the future...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: In August, 1960, thousands of enthusiastic on-lookers gathered to witness the long-awaited introduction of John Deere's new four-cylinder tractors. Presented in archival photographs and ads, as well as contemporary color photography, this volume presents an inside look at how the tractors were designed and conceived, and discusses the managerial strife that made the New Generation (1960-72) tractors possible...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: Step back in time and take an in-depth look at the men behind the machinery. This dynamic history explores Henry Ford's endeavors into the tractor industry through the Ford and Fordson brand, and the dream Harry Ferguson and Ford shared to make farming more efficient and safe...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

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