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Lindy Woodhead
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Something to Ponder
Something to Ponder rated it 10 years ago
I love the show Mr. Selfridge and so this book drew me into the details of the real-life Mr. Shelfridge. He had an amazing life and was a huge impact on modern business. It was a great book, and recommend it to anyone who loves the show or wants to learn about the influences of this man on modern ...
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Melissa Wiebe's Blogs rated it 11 years ago
If I wasn't for the TV series airing on PBS, I probably wouldn't have picked up the book, as I hadn't heard of the book prior to the series. While the book is an interesting look at the life of Henry Gordon Selfridge, the founder of Selfridges, the author seems to get bogged down in the sort of det...
Sharon E. Cathcart
Sharon E. Cathcart rated it 12 years ago
Having visited Selfridges several times, I was very curious about this book. It was delightfully entertaining and educational.The biography traces Harry Gordon Selfridge's life and career, beginning with his youth in Chicago. He hones his marketing skills at Marshall Field's and, when his desired pa...
Sharon E. Cathcart
Sharon E. Cathcart rated it 12 years ago
Having visited Selfridges several times, I was very curious about this book. It was delightfully entertaining and educational.The biography traces Harry Gordon Selfridge's life and career, beginning with his youth in Chicago. He hones his marketing skills at Marshall Field's and, when his desired ...
Nigeyb
Nigeyb rated it 12 years ago
Harry Selfridge was a truly remarkable man. Nicknamed "Mile-a-minute" Harry on account of his dynamism and ideas, he inspired and delighted most of those he met. His working life was devoted to retail and his creativity and energy transformed shopping, both in Chicago and more significantly in Lon...
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