Author: Bounford, Julie E.
Title: This Book is About Heffers: The Bookshop That is Known All Over the World (SIGNED COPY)
Description: Gottahavebooks, Great Gransden, Cambridgeshire, 2016. First Edition, Softcover. Near Fine Condition. Signed by Author. Signed on the title page by the author. A unique segment of Cambridge history is revealed. The remarkable and engaging story of Heffers of Cambridge, known all over the world. Illustrated throughout with over 280 rare photographs and memorabilia. William Heffer started his bookselling and stationery business in 1876. By the 20th century this family business had become a famous Cambridge institution and was known all over the world. Occupying the middle ground between 'town and gown', the Heffers shops became a haven for many Cambridge characters and eccentrics. This is the story of Heffers bookselling, stationery, publishing and printing. It is a fascinating social history, enriched by the recollections of family members, former and current employees, customers and authors. Capturing the spirit of a past era of retail, publishing and printing, the book portrays the character and style of the firm - its people, the premises, outings, parties and other special occasions, and the unexpected. This book has great appeal for all those interested in the history of Cambridge and in the history of bookselling, publishing, printing, retail and commerce. It will not only fascinate Cambridge residents and visitors, but also book lovers, social historians, authors, academics, students and Cambridge alumni. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 212 pages. no Dust Jacket as published.. Black titles spine. illustrated by colour & b/w. drawings with colour & b/w. photo's.. Includes index. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Genealogy & Local History; Cambridge; Bookshops; Booksellers; England; Books on Books. Signed by Author. Inventory No: 4703.

Keywords: BZDB227 Genealogy/Local History/Heffers/Cambridge/Books on Books/Bookshops/Booksellers/Retail Genealogy & Local History; Cambridge; Bookshops; Booksellers; England; Books on Books. Signed by Author Unbranded Julie E. Bounford This Book is About Heffers:


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