The Inventor’s Reward

"I am not disposed to complain that I have planted and others have gathered the fruits."
- Charles Goodyear (born on this date in 1800)

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December 10, 2013

“I am not disposed to complain that I have planted and others have gathered the fruits.”– Charles Goodyear (born on this date in 1800)

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The Inventor’s Reward

"I am not disposed to complain that I have planted and others have gathered the fruits."
- Charles Goodyear (born on this date in 1800)

Leadership masterclass: Nike, Jordan, and James Baldwin

The Inventor’s Reward

Philosophy

Science & Tech

Mind & Behavior

Business

History & Society

The Inventor’s Reward

"I am not disposed to complain that I have planted and others have gathered the fruits."- Charles Goodyear (born on this date in 1800)

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"I am not disposed to complain that I have planted and others have gathered the fruits."
- Charles Goodyear (born on this date in 1800)