Louis Galambos Knihy

The book explores the rise of professional experts such as doctors, lawyers, scientists, and administrators, highlighting their significant influence on the development of contemporary American society. It delves into how these professionals have shaped various aspects of life, reflecting on their impact on culture, policy, and social structures. Through this examination, the narrative reveals the complexities and responsibilities that come with professional expertise in a rapidly evolving nation.

Focusing on the historical evolution of the serum antitoxin and vaccine industry, the book examines the H. K. Mulford Company, Sharp & Dohme, and Merck & Co. It analyzes how these organizations navigated innovation over a century, influenced by intricate networks of scientific, governmental, and medical institutions. The authors utilize unique internal sources from Merck, offering insights into the factors that fostered or hindered advancements in this critical field, marking a significant contribution to the history of biological innovation.

A panoramic survey of the interactions between American business and public policy, from J.P. Morgan to Lee Iacocca.

The book explores the pivotal moments and controversial decisions that shaped the pharmaceutical industry, as recounted by Roy Vagelos, former CEO of Merck. It delves into ethical dilemmas, corporate responsibility, and the impact of these issues on public health and trust in the industry. Vagelos provides insights from his leadership experience, offering a critical perspective on the challenges and transformations within the pharmaceutical landscape.

This book traces the careers of Roy Vagelos, who eventually became the CEO of Merck and Co., Inc.

Destined to be the best short biography of the 34th president of the United States, Eisenhower conclusively demonstrates how and why this master of the middle way became the successful leader of the free world. číst celé