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Let My People Go Surfing : The Education of a Reluctant Businessman by Yvon Chouinard (2006, Uk-B Format Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-100143037838
ISBN-139780143037835
eBay Product ID (ePID)53562860
Product Key Features
Book TitleLet My People Go Surfing : the Education of a Reluctant Businessman
Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2006
TopicLeadership, Business Ethics, Corporate & Business History, Business
IllustratorYes
GenreBiography & Autobiography, Business & Economics
AuthorYvon Chouinard
FormatUk-B Format Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight19.4 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
ReviewsNo matter what you do, you will find essential guidance and inspiration in Let My People Go Surfing. (Dave Foreman, The Rewilding Institute) Wonderful... a moving autobiography, the story of a unique business, and a detailed blueprint for hope. (Jared Diamond, author of Collapse ), Inspiring. (Ray Anderson, Chairman, Interface, Inc.) No matter what you do, you will find essential guidance and inspiration in "Let My People Go Surfing." (Dave Foreman, The Rewilding Institute) Wonderful... a moving autobiography, the story of a unique business, and a detailed blueprint for hope. (Jared Diamond, author of "Collapse"), No matter what you do, you will find essential guidance and inspiration in Let My People Go Surfing.(Dave Foreman, The Rewilding Institute), Wonderful... a moving autobiography, the story of a unique business, and a detailed blueprint for hope. (Jared Diamond, author of Collapse), Inspiring. (Ray Anderson, Chairman, Interface, Inc.) No matter what you do, you will find essential guidance and inspiration in Let My People Go Surfing.(Dave Foreman, The Rewilding Institute) Wonderful... a moving autobiography, the story of a unique business, and a detailed blueprint for hope. (Jared Diamond, author of Collapse), Wonderful... a moving autobiography, the story of a unique business, and a detailed blueprint for hope. (Jared Diamond, author of Collapse ), No matter what you do, you will find essential guidance and inspiration in Let My People Go Surfing. (Dave Foreman, The Rewilding Institute)
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromTwelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal658.4/083
Grade ToUP
SynopsisYvon Chouinard-legendary climber, businessman, environmentalist, and founder of Patagonia, Inc.-shares the persistence and courage that have gone into being head of one of the most respected and environmentally responsible companies on earth. From his youth as the son of a French Canadian blacksmith to the thrilling, ambitious climbing expeditions that inspired his innovative designs for the sport's equipment, Let My People Go Surfing is the story of a man who brought doing good and having grand adventures into the heart of his business life-a book that will deeply affect entrepreneurs and outdoor enthusiasts alike. A newly revised edition of Let My People Go Surfing is available now. , Yvon Chouinard-legendary climber, businessman, environmentalist, and founder of Patagonia, Inc.-shares the persistence and courage that have gone into being head of one of the most respected and environmentally responsible companies on earth. From his youth as the son of a French Canadian blacksmith to the thrilling, ambitious climbing expeditions that inspired his innovative designs for the sport's equipment, Let My People Go Surfing is the story of a man who brought doing good and having grand adventures into the heart of his business life-a book that will deeply affect entrepreneurs and outdoor enthusiasts alike. A newly revised edition of Let My People Go Surfing is available now. ", The founder and owner of Patagonia, Inc., one of the world's most inspiring companies, relates his story and the core philosophies that have sustained his company, renowned for its maverick innovation and long-term responsibility to the environment., In his long-awaited memoir, Yvon Chouinardlegendary climber, businessman, environmentalist, and founder of Patagonia, Inc.shares the persistence and courage that have gone into being head of one of the most respected and environmentally responsible companies on earth. From his youth as the son of a French Canadian blacksmith to the thrilling, ambitious climbing expeditions that inspired his innovative designs for the sports equipment, "Let My People Go Surfing" is the story of a man who brought doing good and having grand adventures into the heart of his business lifea book that will deeply affect entrepreneurs and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
LC Classification NumberHC102.5.C42 2006
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- Aug 24, 2021
Too much
You can't say enough about the integrity of Patagonia. Or can you? I have heard wonederfull comments about this book and perhaps it's just my expectations were too high. The ideals expressed here are lofty and worth striving for.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 25, 2018
Great for entrepreneurs!
Love this book and his unique business philosophy!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 15, 2019
A bit damage on the top
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 25, 2019
Inspiring!
He's a brilliant man who I admire.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 28, 2016
Yvon tells it like it is
I have a lot of respect for Yvon and appreciate that he has taken the time to tell his story.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
