Inside the Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild
Subtitle: contestants recall the great General Motors talent search
By: edited by John L. Jacobus
Publisher: McFarland & Company
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 308
ISBN-13: 9780786448616
Subjects: General Motors automobiles; Models; Design and construction; Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild; Societies; History
Description: "From 1930 to 1968, General Motors sponsored a national model craftsmanship/auto design competition for youth--the Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild. These essays by 29 Guildsmen chronicle their experiences in the competition, revealing their model car design techniques, and highlighting the technical expertise and dedication required of those who sought the ultimate prize--a GM university trust fund"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.