Harry Ferguson - Before the Plough

 Born Harry George Ferguson in 1884, in Dromore, County Down and known universally has Harry, he will forever be known for his role in the development of the modern agricultural tractor. Harry's story however begins much earlier.

Harry Ferguson: Before the Plough is a comprehensive account of Ferguson's early years, detailing his transition from restless youngster to accomplished aviator.

During his time as an apprentice in his brother's workshop, a love for all things mechanical manifested itself, and Harry developed an over riding interest in aviation, which led to a near obsession with the designing and building of his own aeroplane, and saw him become the first Irishman to build and fly his own aircraft.

Authors Michael Clarke and Jack Woods have compiled this comprehensive and informative read on Harry's exploits in his early days, telling the previously untold story of Harry Ferguson, aviator extrodinaire.