The House That Wool Built
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Nina Valentine
Binding: Hardback
Published: Queen's and Ballarat Grammar Schools' Parents' & Friends' Committee, 1969
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical narrative, The House That Wool Built, chronicles the rise and enduring legacy of a prominent family whose fortunes were inextricably linked to the global wool trade. The author meticulously details the intricate processes of wool production, from sheep farming to textile manufacturing, illustrating how innovation and shrewd business acumen shaped an empire. Readers will discover the social and economic impact of this industry across generations, as the book uncovers the personal stories behind the commercial success. It presents a vivid portrait of ambition, resilience, and the transformative power of a single commodity in shaping a dynasty.
Author: Nina Valentine
Binding: Hardback
Published: Queen's and Ballarat Grammar Schools' Parents' & Friends' Committee, 1969
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical narrative, The House That Wool Built, chronicles the rise and enduring legacy of a prominent family whose fortunes were inextricably linked to the global wool trade. The author meticulously details the intricate processes of wool production, from sheep farming to textile manufacturing, illustrating how innovation and shrewd business acumen shaped an empire. Readers will discover the social and economic impact of this industry across generations, as the book uncovers the personal stories behind the commercial success. It presents a vivid portrait of ambition, resilience, and the transformative power of a single commodity in shaping a dynasty.