The men who created the first department storeswhat Zola called "great cathedrals of shopping"made vast fortunes, but no one understood how shopping could become sexy as well as Mr. Selfridge. In 1909, his department storeLondons first and built from scratchopened in a glorious burst of publicity, spearheaded by the largest advertising campaign ever mounted in the British press. In his eponymous store, Harry Gordon Selfridge created nothing less than "the theater of retail." His personal life was just as flamboyantone of mistresses and mansions, racehorses and yachts. In this revealing narrative, author Lindy Woodhead tells the extraordinary story of a revolution in shopping, depicts the rise and fall of a retail prince, and unravels a slice of social history that will surprise and entertain any woman who loves to shop.
Shopping, Seduction & Mr Selfridge
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Author: Woodhead, Lindy
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781861978882
Details:
Author: Woodhead, Lindy
Brand: Brand: Profile Books
Features:
- Used Book in Good Condition
Binding: Hardcover
Number Of Pages: 310
Release Date: 01-12-2007
Package Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.1 x 1.4 inches Languages: English
EAN: 9781861978882
