A comprehensive history of AMC, detailing its formation from Nash and Hudson, its success with small cars like the Rambler under George Romney, its struggles against the Big Three, its acquisition of Jeep, and its eventual takeover by Chrysler in 1987. The book covers the company's key models, executives, and the market forces, management decisions, and challenges that led to its demise, making it an in-depth look at the last independent American car company.