Behind the Counter: Stories from New York City Shop Owners
by Diane Hess
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Behind the Counter is a visually-rich portrait of the passion, grit and originality that define New York City’s small business scene. With beautiful photography and in-depth interviews with 55 store owners from every corner of the city, the book reveals behind-the-scenes stories of iconic and enduring small businesses, as well as the vision of inspiring newcomers. Each 600-word vignette, paired with stunning photography, depicts the day-to-day resilience of these entrepreneurs and the individuality that allows them to thrive in a constantly-evolving retail landscape.
This book is a testament to the diverse and remarkable retail community that shapes New York City’s character.
The book, Behind the Counter: Stories from New York City Shop Owners [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN#9781923503489 in Hardcover by Diane Hess may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.
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- Publisher
- Rizzoli
- Author
- Diane Hess
- Format
- Hardcover
- Published
- Oct 13, 2026
- ISBN-13
- 9781923503489
- ISBN-10
- 1923503480
- Pages
- 320
- Carton quantity
- 10 copies
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