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Very GoodA book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Paperback
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0 lbs
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Book
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No
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ISBN
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9781416595243
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Book Title
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Why We Buy : The Science of Shopping–Updated and Revised for the Internet, the Global Consumer, and Beyond
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Publisher
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Simon & Schuster
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8.4 in
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Publication Year
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2008
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Trade Paperback
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Language
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English
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0.9 in
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Genre
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Social Science, Business & Economics
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Consumer Behavior, General, Anthropology / Cultural & Social, Marketing / Research
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8.1 Oz
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5.5 in
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320 Pages
Why We Buy: The Science of Shopping–Updated and Revised for the Internet,…
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
ISBN-10
1416595244
ISBN-13
9781416595243
eBay Product ID (ePID)
66681961
Product Key Features
Book Title
Why We Buy : The Science of Shopping–Updated and Revised for the Internet, the Global Consumer, and Beyond
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2008
Topic
Consumer Behavior, General, Anthropology / Cultural & Social, Marketing / Research
Genre
Social Science, Business & Economics
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
8.1 Oz
Item Length
8.4 in
Item Width
5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2010-483248
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
” Thanks, Mr. Underhill, for explaining in clear and witty prose why my shopping habits are not all that crazy. Now, please tell my wife!” — Bob Gale, writer/producer, Back to the Future trilogy, Patricia T. O’ConnerThe New York TimesA testament to the nobility, the courage — yes, even the heroism — of the average shopper….At last, here is a book that gives this underrated skill the respect it deserves., “At last, here is a book that gives this underrated skill the respect it deserves.”– The New York Times, “Why We Buyis a funny and insightful book for people on both sides of the retail counter.”– Michael Gould, CEO, Bloomingdale’s, “At last, here is a book that gives this underrated skill the respect it deserves.”–The New York Times, ” Thanks, Mr. Underhill, for explaining in clear and witty prose why my shopping habits are not all that crazy. Now, please tell my wife!”– Bob Gale, writer/producer,Back to the Futuretrilogy, R. J. IgneiziThe San Diego Union-TribuneNo matter which point of view you’re coming from, shopper or shopkeeper, you’ll find Underhill’s tips are often funny, sometimes provocative, and almost always usable., Patricia T. O’Conner The New York Times A testament to the nobility, the courage — yes, even the heroism — of the average shopper….At last, here is a book that gives this underrated skill the respect it deserves., Erica MarcusNewsdayWhat Underhill offers in this delightful and engrossing book is a primer in the science of shopping…The effect of reading this book is that of being alternately entertained by hilarious stories and enlightened by trenchant observations., Erica Marcus Newsday What Underhill offers in this delightful and engrossing book is a primer in the science of shopping…The effect of reading this book is that of being alternately entertained by hilarious stories and enlightened by trenchant observations., “Why We Buy is a funny and insightful book for people on both sides of the retail counter.” — Michael Gould, CEO, Bloomingdale’s, “At last, here is a book that gives this underrated skill the respect it deserves.” — The New York Times, “I’m in love. And if I didn’t have a devoted husband, two kids and a crushing mortgage, I swear I’d throw caution to the wind and run away with Paco Underhill…fascinating.”–Rocky Mountain News(Denver)
Dewey Decimal
658.8342
Table Of Content
CONTENTS I INSTEAD OF SAMOA, STORES: THE SCIENCE OF SHOPPING 1. A Science Is Born 2. What Retailers Don’t Know II WALK LIKE AN EGYPTIAN: THE MECHANICS OF SHOPPING 3. The Twilight Zone 4. You Need Hands 5. How to Read a Sign 6. Shoppers Move Like People 7. Dynamic III MEN ARE FROM SEARS HARDWARE, WOMEN ARE FROM BLOOMINGDALE’S: THE DEMOGRAPHICS OF SHOPPING 8. Shop Like a Man 9. What Women Want 10. If You Can Read This You’re Too Young 11. Kids IV SEE ME, FEEL ME, TOUCH ME, BUY ME: THE DYNAMICS OF SHOPPING 12. The Sensual Shopper 13. The Big Three 14. Time, Real and Perceived 15. Cash/Wrap Blues 16. Magic Acts 17. In Cyberspace, No One Can Hear You Shop 18. The Self-Exam 19. Final Thoughts Acknowledgments Index
Synopsis
Revolutionary retail guru Paco Underhill is back with a completely revised edition of his classic, witty bestselling book on our ever-evolving consumer culture–full of fresh observations and important lessons from the cutting edge of retail such as Internet behemoths Amazon and iTunes as well as the globalization of retail in the world’s emerging markets. This enlightening edition includes new information on: -The latest trends in online retail–what retailers are doing right and what they’re doing wrong–and how nearly every Internet retailer from iTunes to Amazon can drastically improve how it serves its customers. -A guided tour of the most innovative stores, malls and retail environments around the world–almost all of which are springing up in countries where prosperity is new. An enormous indoor ski slope attracts shoppers to a mall in Dubai; an uber-luxurious Sao Paolo department store provides its customers with personal shoppers; a mall in South Africa has a wave pool for surfing. The new Why We Buy is an essential guide that offers advice on how to keep your changing customers and entice new and eager ones., Revolutionary retail guru Paco Underhill is back with fresh observations and important lessons in this completely revised edition of his classic, witty bestselling book on our ever-evolving consumer culture. This enlightening edition includes new information on: -The latest trends in online retail–what retailers are doing right and what they’re doing wrong–and how nearly every Internet retailer from iTunes to Amazon can drastically improve how it serves its customers. -A guided tour of the most innovative stores, malls and retail environments around the world–almost all of which are springing up in countries where prosperity is new. An enormous indoor ski slope attracts shoppers to a mall in Dubai; an uber-luxurious Sao Paolo department store provides its customers with personal shoppers; a mall in South Africa has a wave pool for surfing. The new Why We Buy is an essential guide that offers advice on how to keep your changing customers and entice new and eager ones.
LC Classification Number
HF5415.2.U53 2009
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