Cavalcade Of The 1920s And 1930s: Selections From America's Most Memorable Magazine 'Vanity Fair'

Cavalcade Of The 1920s And 1930s: Selections From America's Most Memorable Magazine 'Vanity Fair'

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Author: Cleveland Amory; Frederic Bradlee
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Bodley Head, 1961

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: marks, tanning and some stains on spine; rubbing of cover edges, marks and wear; inside pages tanned on edges

This captivating anthology, Cavalcade Of The 1920S And 1930S: Selections From America's Most Memorable Magazine 'Vanity Fair', presents a vibrant cultural history of two pivotal decades. It chronicles the wit, glamour, and social commentary that defined an era through carefully curated pieces from the iconic publication. The collection illustrates the artistic movements, political shifts, and societal transformations that shaped the interwar period, offering a unique window into the minds of its most influential figures. Readers will discover a rich tapestry of essays, portraits, and critiques that capture the distinctive tone and intellectual spirit of Vanity Fair. This volume argues for the magazine's enduring legacy as a mirror reflecting the complexities and contradictions of its time.

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Description

Author: Cleveland Amory; Frederic Bradlee
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Bodley Head, 1961

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: marks, tanning and some stains on spine; rubbing of cover edges, marks and wear; inside pages tanned on edges

This captivating anthology, Cavalcade Of The 1920S And 1930S: Selections From America's Most Memorable Magazine 'Vanity Fair', presents a vibrant cultural history of two pivotal decades. It chronicles the wit, glamour, and social commentary that defined an era through carefully curated pieces from the iconic publication. The collection illustrates the artistic movements, political shifts, and societal transformations that shaped the interwar period, offering a unique window into the minds of its most influential figures. Readers will discover a rich tapestry of essays, portraits, and critiques that capture the distinctive tone and intellectual spirit of Vanity Fair. This volume argues for the magazine's enduring legacy as a mirror reflecting the complexities and contradictions of its time.