A Generosity of Spirit: The Early History of the Research Triangle Park by Albert N. Link

CharacterTowns.org usually has no trouble finding insightful summaries and reviews of important books; however, in the case of A Generosity of Spirit, an unusual source has been used – JSTOR. A great source of important works offered for sale. The first page of their on-line synopsis is presented on the following page. 

The dearth of information about this book and about the origin story of The Research Triangle is a loss to everyone interested in how to start the creation of a great institution. The JSTOR excerpt below recounts the beginning of the story, better to buy the book and read the 149 pages from the actual instigators. A great story and inspiration for anyone trying to create something important from humble beginnings.