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Postcard Century: Cards and Their Messages 1900-2000

by Tom Phillips
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Postcard Century: Cards and Their Messages 1900-2000 - Thryft
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A Century in Postcards: Images and Messages

Postcard Century is an entertaining and informative work that showcases the 20th century through the lens of postcards. From the major events that shaped history to the mundane aspects of everyday life, the book captures it all. The real treasure, however, lies in the images and messages on each postcard, which provide a unique glimpse into the past. This book would be a great choice for history buffs and those who enjoy visual storytelling.

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Postcard Century: Cards and Their Messages 1900-2000

by Tom Phillips
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ISBN: 9780500975909
Authors: Tom Phillips
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Date of Publication: 2000-11-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Art
Related Topics: Photography
Goodreads rating: 4.17
(rated by 47 readers)

Description

The Postcard Century tells the story of the last hundred years in the 1900s' own words and images. Two thousand picture postcards and their messages give a vivid account of the day-to-day life of people and of what mattered to them, pleased them, shocked or amused them via the cards they chose to send. Year by year, the high and mighty, the low and worthy, and everyone in between talk of the characters, events, and hot spots of the century. Jokes from seaside, the disasters of war, the hazards of travel, the caprices of life in work and leisure--all are pictured and discussed. Each year begins with postcard views of the New York City skyline and of Piccadilly Circus. Though centered on the USA and England, cards come from every corner of the world, from Los Angeles to Beijing, from Antarctica to Alaska. Several themes emerge, notably those that evolved with the transportation (aviation takes us from the Wright brothers to NASA), the movies, fashion, vacations, and the role of women. Changes in the English language as used informally by Americans and Britons are powerfully registered. 2000 color illustrations.
 

A Century in Postcards: Images and Messages

Postcard Century is an entertaining and informative work that showcases the 20th century through the lens of postcards. From the major events that shaped history to the mundane aspects of everyday life, the book captures it all. The real treasure, however, lies in the images and messages on each postcard, which provide a unique glimpse into the past. This book would be a great choice for history buffs and those who enjoy visual storytelling.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.