Broken Envelopes

Nonfiction

eAudiobook

Provider: hoopla

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PUBLISHED
[United States] : Findaway Voices, 2025
Made available through hoopla
EDITION
Unabridged
DESCRIPTION

1 online resource (1 audio file (9hr., 21 min.)) : digital

ISBN/ISSN
9798347878819 MWT17937145, 17937145
LANGUAGE
English
NOTES

Read by Peter Waller

STEP BEYOND THE ENVELOPE AND UNLOCK EXTRAORDINARY WEALTH Have you ever wondered how a small, unassuming piece of mail could spark fortunes beyond imagination? How everyday hopefuls turned unremarkable letters into lavish lifestyles, and how certain entrepreneurs rode the waves of public desiresometimes skating dangerously close to the edge of legality? In these pages, youll dive headfirst into the history, drama, and backstage machinations of the most infamous and profitable mail-based schemes ever devised. DISCOVER THE DARING TACTICS BEHIND MASSIVE MAIL ORDER GAINS Far from the humdrum image of envelopes piling up on the kitchen counter, the stories youll encounter reveal how postcards, catalogs, and bulletins offered up miraculous opportunitiesat least on the surface. From audacious work-from-home promises that lured tens of thousands, to glossy promotions that promised utopian lifestyles, these tales showcase human ingenuity for better or worse. Part marketing brilliance, part psychological manipulation, the most successful mail order campaigns exploited a timeless combination of aspiration and social proof. Through each wild twist, youll witness how cunning copywriters pushed emotional buttons, how multi-step funnels reeled in unsuspecting buyers, and how certain insiders walked away with fortunes rivaling the biggest corporate moguls. So whether youre an entrepreneur seeking a competitive edge, a curious reader fascinated by the extremes of human ingenuity, or a cautious skeptic wanting to shield yourself from dubious pitches, this in-depth look will captivate and educate you. Step inside, and discover just how far creativity, ambition, and a willingness to push ethical boundaries can take someone when the entire world is just an envelope away

Mode of access: World Wide Web

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