The Leaves We Write On : James Cropper: a History in Paper-Making by Cropper, Mark - 2004

London: Ellergreen Press, 2004. First Edition. Paperback. Very Good/No d/j as Published. Type: Book James Cropper is one of the oldest names in British paper-making and a great survivor from an age when British industry dominated the world. Uniquely situated in the foothills of the English Lake District since its foundation in 1845, today it is one of the world's leading producers of coloured and specialist papers. The Leaves We Write On is the story of one firm's resilience and a compelling tale of an industry, region and family. It unveils a rich range of characters from provincial booksellers to Liverpool merchants and railway financiers, and finds that ultimately the firm owes its existence to James Cropper's passion for the woman who later became his wife. The book is 300 pages long, with over 100 illustrations, almost a third of which are in colour. It is a true product of Lake District trade and industry, having been printed by the Kendal firm of Titus Wilson & Son (founded 1860), on paper specially made at Burneside by James Cropper plc. Signed dedication on title page.300pp.