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Chronicles retail magnate's visionary business saga.
If you've ever been fascinated by the origins of successful department stores and how they shaped consumer culture, "The World of Mr Selfridge" is for you. It captures the life of Harry Gordon Selfridge and the pioneering methods he used to revolutionize shopping, imbued with a sense of glamour and romance that will transport you to another era. This book reflects not just a biography but an inspirational tale of innovation and persistence.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781471138843
Authors:
Alison Maloney
Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK
Date of Publication: 2014-10-23
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 4.16
(rated by 62 readers)
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Chronicles retail magnate's visionary business saga.
If you've ever been fascinated by the origins of successful department stores and how they shaped consumer culture, "The World of Mr Selfridge" is for you. It captures the life of Harry Gordon Selfridge and the pioneering methods he used to revolutionize shopping, imbued with a sense of glamour and romance that will transport you to another era. This book reflects not just a biography but an inspirational tale of innovation and persistence.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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