Whiteley's Folly: The Life and Death of a Salesman

by Linda Stratmann

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Whiteleys was the Harrods of the 19th century. Its clients included English and overseas royalty and it offered - and delivered - "Everything from a pin to an Elephant". Created by William Whiteley, a draper's assistant from Yorkshire, who come to London with just a few pounds in his pocket, it was a remarkable achievement by a remarkable man.

  • ISBN10 0752495267
  • ISBN13 9780752495262
  • Publish Date 14 October 2004
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint The History Press Ltd