The Public Notice: An Illustrated History

The Public Notice: An Illustrated History

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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: Maurice Rickards
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Clarkson N. Potter, 1973

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner inscription inside front cover

Maurice Rickards' The Public Notice: An Illustrated History chronicles the fascinating evolution of public communication. This compelling work uncovers the diverse forms and functions of notices throughout history, from ancient decrees to modern announcements. It presents a rich visual tapestry, illustrating how these ubiquitous messages shaped societies and reflected cultural shifts. The book details the artistry and utility behind these often-overlooked artifacts, arguing for their significant role in public life. Rickards' scholarship illuminates the enduring power of the public notice as both a historical record and a tool for social interaction.

Author: Maurice Rickards

Published: 1973, Clarkson N. Potter

Vendor: Secondhand Stock
SKU: 2026200001863-SECONDHAND
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Description

Author: Maurice Rickards
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Clarkson N. Potter, 1973

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner inscription inside front cover

Maurice Rickards' The Public Notice: An Illustrated History chronicles the fascinating evolution of public communication. This compelling work uncovers the diverse forms and functions of notices throughout history, from ancient decrees to modern announcements. It presents a rich visual tapestry, illustrating how these ubiquitous messages shaped societies and reflected cultural shifts. The book details the artistry and utility behind these often-overlooked artifacts, arguing for their significant role in public life. Rickards' scholarship illuminates the enduring power of the public notice as both a historical record and a tool for social interaction.