There is a book and a DVD available from a website online. Both provide information about an extraordinarily successful woman who called herself, “Nelly Don.” She invented the house dress of the early twentieth century, and was determined to make the dresses fashionable enough to be desirable. As a result, sales soared and soon she was a millionaire. Her brand label, for house dresses constructed in own her factories, brought her wealth, fame, and problems.
She was kidnapped by thugs and held for ransom. With the help of gangsters, the mystery of where she was located was uncovered and she was rescued. Her life is one of high drama and industry as well as personal entanglements that were often a challenge.
This is a compelling book that should be on everyone’s shelf just because it is wonderful! High in graphic content and descriptive detail, the book is one that I can’t wait to spend more time viewing.
No one is paying to write this mini-review. I just like to keep my friends informed whenever I come across a really interesting book. The book and the DVD cost the same amount, $28.00, which includes shipping. I chose to purchase the book version of the story, but reportedly, the DVD provides additional information.
It is my believe that some of these early twentieth century woman entrepreneurs really set the stage for women who would live at a later time. They infiltrated the gray flannel cadre to set their own agendas, and to assert themselves in the marketplace. The book about Nelly Don, is a fun read, and I fully recommend it. For availability and more details, see the only site that sells these products.
Patricia Cummings, Quilter’s Muse Publications and Virtual Museum
