Ampelmann: From Traffic Signal To Cultural Icon
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Markus Heckhausen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Ampelmann, 2015
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Cover has light wear from general use, back cover has watermark stain along bottom (doesn't interfere with book integrity or readbility)
Ampelmann: From Traffic Signal To Cultural Icon" presents a fascinating cultural history of the iconic East German traffic light figure. This non-fiction work chronicles the Ampelmann's journey from a functional design element to a cherished symbol of identity and a global cultural phenomenon. It details the origins of the distinctive pedestrian signal, its role in everyday life in the GDR, and its remarkable resurgence after German reunification. The book illustrates how a simple traffic symbol transcended its original purpose to become a beloved piece of design and a testament to the enduring power of cultural heritage. It offers a unique perspective on design, urban planning, and the preservation of collective memory.
Author: Markus Heckhausen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Ampelmann, 2015
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Cover has light wear from general use, back cover has watermark stain along bottom (doesn't interfere with book integrity or readbility)
Ampelmann: From Traffic Signal To Cultural Icon" presents a fascinating cultural history of the iconic East German traffic light figure. This non-fiction work chronicles the Ampelmann's journey from a functional design element to a cherished symbol of identity and a global cultural phenomenon. It details the origins of the distinctive pedestrian signal, its role in everyday life in the GDR, and its remarkable resurgence after German reunification. The book illustrates how a simple traffic symbol transcended its original purpose to become a beloved piece of design and a testament to the enduring power of cultural heritage. It offers a unique perspective on design, urban planning, and the preservation of collective memory.