Let my people go surfing : the education of a reluctant businessman, including 10 more years of business unusual
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Chouinard, Yvon, 1938-
Published
New York : Penguin Books, [2016].
ISBN
9780143109679, 0143109677
Status
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Autobiographies.
Businesspeople -- United States -- Biography.
Chouinard, Yvon, -- 1938-
Social responsibility of business.

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Published
New York : Penguin Books, [2016].
Format
Book
Physical Desc
xiii, 258 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm
Language
English
ISBN
9780143109679, 0143109677
Lexile measure
1200

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Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 235).
Description
In his long-awaited memoir, 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.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Chouinard, Y. (2016). Let my people go surfing: the education of a reluctant businessman, including 10 more years of business unusual . Penguin Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Chouinard, Yvon, 1938-. 2016. Let My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman, Including 10 More Years of Business Unusual. New York: Penguin Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Chouinard, Yvon, 1938-. Let My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman, Including 10 More Years of Business Unusual New York: Penguin Books, 2016.

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Chouinard, Y. (2016). Let my people go surfing: the education of a reluctant businessman, including 10 more years of business unusual. New York: Penguin Books.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Chouinard, Yvon. Let My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman, Including 10 More Years of Business Unusual Penguin Books, 2016.

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