Remembering Woolworth's
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Remembering Woolworth's

A Nostalgic History of the World's Most Famous Five-and-Dime

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Remembering Woolworth's

A Nostalgic History of the World's Most Famous Five-and-Dime

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Remembering Woolworth's brings back to life all the nostalgia and magic of the famous five-and-dime that captured the hearts of Americans for over a century Millions of Americans have fond memories of shopping at Woolworth's, wandering the aisles in search of a humble spool of Woolco thread, festive Christmas decorations, a goldfish or parakeet, or a blue bottle of Evening in Paris perfume. And who could forget the special treat of a grilled-cheese sandwich or ice-cream sundae at the famous lunch counter?These and countless other memories are celebrated in Karen Plunkett-Powell's Remembering Woolworth's. Packed with photos, first-hand remembrances, vivid anecdotes, and a lively, well-researched narrative, the book tells the story of how a poor potato farmer named Frank Woolworth created a merchandising empire that touched the lives of Americans in small towns, big cities, and everywhere in between. Chapters cover the store's humble beginnings, surviving the Great Depression, the civil rights sit-ins, Woolworth's around the globe, the popularity of Woolworth's collectibles, and much more.

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Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Year
2014
ISBN
9781466867444
Topic
Historia
Subtopic
Historia de Norteamérica

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Notice
  4. Also by Karen Plunkett-Powell
  5. Dedication
  6. Contents
  7. Acknowledgments
  8. Nickel Parakeets and Grilled Cheese: Welcome to the World’s Most Famous Five-and-Dime
  9. Part One: Remembering Frank Winfield Woolworth: The Merchant Prince
  10. Part Two: Remembering Woolworth’s … Around the World
  11. Part Three: Remembering … the Stores!
  12. Part Four: Preserving the Legacy
  13. Selected Bibliography
  14. Index
  15. About the Author
  16. Photo Listing & Credits
  17. Copyright