Kent Jacqueline Editor (3 results)

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 128 pages. 8.00x5.00x0.30 inches. In Stock.

Hardback octavo, dustjacket, good condition (in very good dustjacket), black & white photos, top edge foxed (other edges minimally), small tears top edge jacket, some edgewear. 276 pp. This memoir by Ken Wilder recounts the adventures, triumphs and tragedies of a lifelong career devoted to publishing books. He worked for 11 years with Hamish Hamilton, one of London's leading literary publishers. He came to Australia in 1961 to run the local operation of the long established company Collins. During 24 years with Collins Australia in Sydney, he built the company into the largest book publisher and distributor in Australia. Among many innovations was a new genre of Australian-focussed children's books. Collins published the acclaimed ââMy Brother Jack'' by George Johnston and ''Poor Fellow My Country'' by Xavier Herbert, He also recounts his struggle with Rupert Murdoch who eventually took over Collins. Edited by Jacqueline Kent.…

Hardback small folio, dustjacket, as new condition (in as new dustjacket), black & white text-photos, colour paintings, minimal edgewear jacket. Heavy (1.1 Kg), and extra postage may be requested to destinations outside Australia. 150 pp. This beautiful book about Australian artist Margaret Coen (wife of poet Douglas Stewart) is written by her daughter, Meg Stewart. The reproductions represent 60 years of painting, encompassing various genres. Together with a moving description of her life, they are an inspiring tribute to a woman artist. Frontispiece of Margaret Coen in her garden.…