Books for a Nation - The Whitcoulls Story

Whitcoulls 2008 edition, good condition
George Whitcombe and George Tombs formed an enterprising company in Christchurch in 1883 that would soon become New Zealand's first truly national printer, publisher and bookseller. Their published books told New Zealand's stories and educated generations of New Zealanders and Australians, while their prominent mainstreet department stores supplied everything a community needs to express itself in work and play. This book tells the story of this iconic company for the first time revealing the determination and foresight that has enabled Whitcoulls to celebrate 125 years of national and international success...