The Leedy Way details the lives of U.G. Leedy and George Way and explains the structure of their enterprises. Both men were professional musicians whose needs for better gear led them to manufacturing and marketing careers. The book provides business histories of Leedy Manufacturing, George Way Drums, the Advance Drum Company, General Products (L&S Drums), Leedy & Ludwig Drums, the Camco Drum Company, and GHW, Inc. Dating guides for the gear produced by these companies are included.