John Wanamaker Publisher (10 results)

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Condition: Good. pp. 68-752 plus ads; original printed paper wrappers, good. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.…

Condition: Good. 16mo. Gilt Navy Cloth-covered Boards, 251 pp. Very Good, with some pages well worn to gutter. Frontispiece portrait of John Wanamaker facing title page. Original First Edition.

Wraps. Condition: G+. No Jacket. First Printing. there are 24 pages of advertisements and the text runs from page 412 to 490 , there is a 6.5" x 9.5" portrait of May Sinclair laid inside the front cover, there is a 3 page article entitled M. Antonius and Flaminus and John Keats A Kinship of Genius, this is the first appearance of this article, the magazine covers are only lightly worn with light soil, the spine has minor wear, this is a very solid and tight magazine. …

All ten issues in the original pictorial wrappers. Octavos with various paginations. All ten issues are from Volume XX which switches from 1901 to 1902; September, October, November, December, January, February. March, April, June, August. The October issue has some old tidemarks and a page with a cutout article and inserted at that page is a 4-page manuscript letter dated 1901. Some edge browning to wrapper edges and mild spine erosion but quite good overall."Born in Philadelphia in 1838, John Wanamaker pioneered the concept of the department store. In 1861 Wanamaker and his brother-in-law, Nathan Brown, opened Oak Hall, a men's clothing store. In 1876, intending to open a central market like London's Royal Exchange or Paris' Les Halles, he converted an abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad depot into a multipurpose clothing and specialties store called Wanamaker's. Catering to an upscale market, he promised all-wool clothing and quality goods with a money-back-guarantee. In 1874, he printed the first-ever, copyrighted store advertisement. When people discovered that its promises were true, business boomed. The concept of truth in advertising earned him the public's trust, which he never lost." (PBS). Wanamaker's book department published this magazine and it was highly thought of at the time. It started in 1882 and the last issue was in 1918.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - What To See In New York (1912) is a travel guidebook written by John Wanamaker, a prominent American businessman and founder of the department store chain that bears his name. The book offers a comprehensive overview of the must-see sights and attractions in New York City at the turn of the 20th century, including museums, theaters, parks, and historic landmarks. The guidebook is organized into different sections based on the neighborhoods and boroughs of the city, with detailed descriptions of each area's highlights and hidden gems. It also includes practical information such as transportation options, hotel recommendations, and tips for navigating the bustling city. Wanamaker's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a vivid sense of the energy and excitement of New York City during this era. The book is illustrated with photographs and maps, adding to its usefulness as a practical guide for visitors. Overall, What To See In New York (1912) is a fascinating glimpse into the past and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of one of the world's most iconic cities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have. …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. What To See In New York (1912) | John Wanamaker Publisher | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2010 | Kessinger Publishing, LLC | EAN 9781120955395 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.…