Woodhead, Lindy
Shopping, Seduction and Mr Selfridge
- ISBN 13:
- 9781861971692
- author:
- Woodhead, Lindy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Profile Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Theatre of Retail: A Maverick's Rise and Fall In 1909, London's first dedicated department store opened in a spectacular burst of publicity, spearheaded by one of the largest advertising campaigns ever mounted in the British press. Harry Gordon Selfridge, the American retailer behind this revolutionary venture, created an unparalleled shopping experience that would become known as 'the theatre of retail'. His personal life was equally flamboyant, marked by high-society connections and lavish lifestyles. This book tells the extraordinary story of a revolution in shopping and the rise and fall of a retail prince. Lindy Woodhead delves into the fascinating world of Selfridge's early days, exploring the factors that contributed to his success and the consequences of his unorthodox approach to business. Through her meticulous research, Woodhead sheds light on a pivotal moment in British retail history, revealing the complexities and contradictions of a man who became synonymous with luxury shopping.
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