Pictures In The Post: The Story Of The Picture Postcard
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: Richard Carline
Binding: Paperback
Published: Gordon Fraser, London, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This non-fiction work, "Pictures In The Post: The Story Of The Picture Postcard" by Richard Carline, chronicles the fascinating history and cultural impact of the picture postcard. It details the evolution of postcards from their origins as simple communication tools to their status as collectible art forms and historical documents. The book presents a comprehensive overview of the various styles, themes, and printing techniques employed throughout the postcard's development. It illustrates how these miniature artworks reflect societal changes, technological advancements, and popular culture across different eras. This insightful volume is an essential read for collectors, historians, and anyone interested in the visual culture of the past.
Author: Richard Carline
Binding: Paperback
Published: Gordon Fraser, London, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This non-fiction work, "Pictures In The Post: The Story Of The Picture Postcard" by Richard Carline, chronicles the fascinating history and cultural impact of the picture postcard. It details the evolution of postcards from their origins as simple communication tools to their status as collectible art forms and historical documents. The book presents a comprehensive overview of the various styles, themes, and printing techniques employed throughout the postcard's development. It illustrates how these miniature artworks reflect societal changes, technological advancements, and popular culture across different eras. This insightful volume is an essential read for collectors, historians, and anyone interested in the visual culture of the past.