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Penguin and the Lane brothers : the untold story of a publishing revolution

by Stuart Kells

Drawing on family archives, this history of Penguin Books examines the partnership of the Lane brothers in building the global publishing house. It highlights their innovative business model and the crucial role of Penguin Australia in securing the company's survival.

Accession 14267 ISBN 9781863957571 Publisher Black Inc.
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