Iron Fist: The Lives of Carl Kiekhaefer, reveals the breathtaking life of the indomitable founder of Mercury Marine. Kiekhaefer was a modern-day giant killer, who delighted in spoiling the well-laid plans of competition. To achieve his obsession of making Mercury the largest manufacturer of marine propulsion in the world, he would sacrifice almost anything. Readers of Rodengen's superb book will encounter industrial drama of exhilarating proportions, from first time revelations of a secret multi-billion dollar conspiracy of friendship, to Kiekhaefer's ruthless battle for majority ownership, and the wholesale abandonment of his family and traditions. Iron Fist has been out of print for over 3 years. Because of high consumer demand we have reprinted this popular title on a limited basis. --From the Publisher Iron Fist has been out of print for over 3 years. Because of high consumer demand we have reprinted this popular title on a limited basis. Best selling author, Jeffrey L. Rodengen has a degree in psychology and post-graduate degrees in engineering. Jeff began his career as a writer, producer, and director in Hollywood. More recently, the writer of hundreds of technical and general-interest articles, Jeff has authored nearly 50 books on American industry and technology and has been honored with four Pulitzer Prize nominations. Jeff's best selling titles include, The Legend of Chris-Craft, The Legend of Mercury Marine and the re-release of Iron Fist, The Lives of Carl Kiekhaefer. Jeff lives in Fort Lauderdale with his wife, Karine, award-winning photographer of the Classic Mahogany Boasts and Classic Race Boats calendars, and their twin children.