Motoring Through Punch: 1900-1970

Motoring Through Punch: 1900-1970

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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: Russell Brockbank
Binding: Hardback
Published: David & Charles, 1971

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner

This volume chronicles the evolution of motoring culture in Britain as seen through the satirical lens of Punch magazine. It presents a fascinating visual and textual history, illustrating the changing attitudes, fads, and frustrations associated with the automobile from its early days to the dawn of the 1970s. The collection uncovers the wit and keen observation of cartoonists and writers who captured the spirit of each era. Readers will find a delightful blend of social commentary and nostalgic humor, detailing how cars transformed society and were, in turn, reflected in popular media.

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Description

Author: Russell Brockbank
Binding: Hardback
Published: David & Charles, 1971

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner

This volume chronicles the evolution of motoring culture in Britain as seen through the satirical lens of Punch magazine. It presents a fascinating visual and textual history, illustrating the changing attitudes, fads, and frustrations associated with the automobile from its early days to the dawn of the 1970s. The collection uncovers the wit and keen observation of cartoonists and writers who captured the spirit of each era. Readers will find a delightful blend of social commentary and nostalgic humor, detailing how cars transformed society and were, in turn, reflected in popular media.