Perrett’s Corner lease documents, 1st July 1988
The Deeds of Lease for the shop at 119 Willis Street (also known as Perrett’s Corner).
Ownership
Congratulations email, 12th April 2005
Rosemary Norman sent a message of congratulation to Tilly Lloyd when she became part owner of Unity Books Wellington.
First Premises, 15-19 Willis Street, 4th April 1967
Correspondence relating to Alan Preston’s purchase of the old Oxford University Press showroom as the premises for the first incarnation of Unity Books.
Auckland Shop plans, 1988
Notes between Nigel Cox and Alan Preston regarding the logistical details of setting up the shop which became Unity Auckland.
Penguin Terms of Trade negotiations, 27th January 1989
A very gentlemanly negotiation between Alan Preston and Tony Harkins of Penguin Books about credit, discounts and payment terms with regard to the opening of the Auckland shop.
20 Years Anniversary Festschrift, September 1987
In 1987 the shop turned 20 and produced this booklet to celebrate, incorporating “Unity” reminiscences from staff, customers, publishers and friends of the shop.
Opening Announcement, 1967
Where it all began: 15-19 Willis Street, Wellington.
Unity Books Opening Auckland Store Announcement, 20th February 1989
The grand opening of Unity Books Auckland. Revised announcement to the trade of the opening of the Auckland shop, with a photo of the shop almost completely fitted-out and filled…
