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- 1963-c1983 (Creation)
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1 file
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General file regarding books and features. Contains correspondence, memorandums and reports concerning: London books fairs and literary festivals; the first London literary festival 1984 (the Observer was the principal sponsor); documents relating to the Observer books and features board; the setting up of an Observer-owned subsidiary to produce and market books, titled Observer Books & Features Limited; cartoons relating to the London Book Festival; the employment of Carol Cattley, freelance consultant to Observer Books & Features; recruiting a publishing manager; staff changes; the memoirs of General Vukmanovic-Tempo; the Viking Press.
Also contains documents regarding offices for Observer Books and Features at 37 Fleet Lane, London including leases. Further contains correspondence regarding negotiations with Patrick Seale and the purchase of Observer Books & Features Ltd by Patrick Seale & Associates.
Primary correspondents include: Roger Harrison; Goodman, Derrick & Company, solicitors; Patrick Seale; Jane Blackstock; Markie Benet.
Creator: The Observer Limited; Managing Director's Office; Roger Harrison
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