Famous Brand Names and Their Origins

Famous Brand Names and Their Origins
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Publisher : Pen and Sword
Total Pages : 193
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ISBN-10 : 9781781590157
ISBN-13 : 178159015X
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Book Synopsis Famous Brand Names and Their Origins by : Kathy Martin

Download or read book Famous Brand Names and Their Origins written by Kathy Martin and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2017-02-19 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many brands, including Boots, Hoover and Kelloggs, were named after their founders whilst others have less obvious origins; for instance, did you know that Velcro comes from velours and crochet, the French words for ‘velvet’ and ‘hook’? This entertaining book by Kathy Martin explores the stories behind the brands, their names and their founders. Bursting with fascinating facts and period advertising, this must-read book will appeal to everyone interested in advertising, social history, food and famous names.


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