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In The Story of Coca-Cola (Spirit of Success), the author surveys the soft-drink industry and recounts the founding of Coca-Cola by pharmacist John Pemberton in 1886. The book traces the company's growth under Asa Candler, who built the brand through aggressive marketing, and later expansion led by Robert Woodruff, especially during World War II. It also examines how Coca-Cola became a global symbol and the world's leading soft drink.
Quick Summary
Discover how a cough syrup invented by a wounded Civil War veteran transformed into a global empire through clever marketing and one of the world's most famous secret formulas. Kids will devour the behind-the-scenes stories of soda fountains, bold advertising campaigns, and the fierce competitors who tried (and failed) to copy the world's favorite fizzy drink. If your kid loves learning about American history through the lens of fascinating people and brands, they'll be totally hooked on this story of one accidental invention that changed everything. Perfect for curious readers in grades 4 through 6 who enjoy real stories about extraordinary successes and the human grit behind them.