- Hardcover: 320 pages
- Publisher: HarperCollins Entertainment; First Edition edition (15 Oct 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0007115970
- ISBN-13: 978-0007115976
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 16 x 3.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 234,688 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The world’s greatest haulier – a rags-to -riches tale of British entrepreneurialsim.
If you’ve never seen an Eddie Stobart truck, you’ve never driven down a British motorway.
This is the extraordinary story of a multi-million pound business that spawned a middle-class motorway game. Of dynastic struggles that ended in a merchandising shop opposite Carlisle cathedral.
A quintessentially British tale – written by the inimitable bestselling writer Hunter Davies, and with the full promotional support of Eddie Stobart himself.
From the Back Cover
Eddie Stobart lorries are known and loved nationwide. If you've never seen an Eddie Stobart truck, you've never driven down a British motorway. This is the extraordinary story of the man who created a multimillion-pound business that spawned a middle-class motorway game; of personal and commercial struggles that ended in a merchandising shop opposite Carlisle cathedral.
Twenty-five years ago, Edward Stobart had eight lorries and twelve staff. Today, he has one thousand lorries and over two thousand staff. Despite having no marketing or publicity department the company has an annual turnover of £150 million pounds, and a 25,000-strong fan club. Its also remains in private hands, owned by Edward and his younger brother William.
A quintessentially quirky tale, 'The Eddie Stobart Story' proves that it is still possible for someone with no academic qualifications to make millions in a traditional industry.
Best-selling author Hunter Davies tells the riveting tale of this Great British entrepreneur and fellow Cumbrian.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I once heard someone say want a challenge in life "Read a book on something you are not mad about" . I am more a football , rugby league or wrestling fan . But my first job was working at a haulage firm (not Eddie's) . So I thought I would read his book . You usually get the idea these big famous people , who make it . Have had a easy ride in life . This book surprised me . with some amazing great tales . Again found it hard to put down , once I started reading it . I found this book an great inspiration , things (dreams) can be possible .
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is the story of Edward Stobart, whose father used to hire himself and his horse and cart to Cumberland Council for 27 shillings and sixpence a day, and is now probably the best know haulier in the world. A working class lad who suffered with a speech impediment and a less than average school record decided he loved the haulage business and with his combination of vision, risk taking and hard work made himself into a successful businessman. I found this biography, of such a decent, honest man, an inspiring read.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Good indepth reading into the spectacular rise of Edward Stobart,really interesting,not just this one man,but the area in which he was brought up in,just a great pity that Edward Stobart died at such a young age,he seemed to have everything,but sometimes everything is not worth alot,if you are not happy with your life!
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This was bought for a friend, with whom I go on holiday, and we both look out for Eddie Stobart lorries, and I gave her this book for Christmas, and she absolutely loved it.
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This is a far more detailed version to the video,but you do get to know more of eddie's life,his family,wedding photo's,how the company got started etc,but i prefer to see more of... Read more
Published on 18 Aug 2003 by "fbh22uk"
For all the little boys who grew up
What a wonderful book for ages 8 to 44 and beyond. It gives hope to everyone especially those who want to play with toys in a very big way!!! A must
Published on 28 Nov 2001 by sue.borwick@virgin.net
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