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Till the Boys Come Home

The Picture Postcards of the First World War

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This new edition features over 700 postcards showcasing powerful propaganda images from both sides of a significant conflict. The collection includes cards from various nations such as America, Australia, Britain, France, Germany, and more, all faithfully reproduced from originals that are at least 100 years old, presented in both striking black and white and vibrant color. Beyond being a visual feast, this work serves as a thematic and contemporary history of the war, offering a rich resource for both casual exploration and serious study. Many cards are rare and valuable, providing fascinating insights through informative text and thoughtful captions. This collection is essential for anyone wanting to grasp the emotions and sentiments of those who lived through and fought in the First World War. Readers will appreciate the concise captions, the impact of the images, and the journey to uncover the stories behind them. This beautifully crafted book uses these popular postcards from the '14-'18 period to illustrate the Great War's course and effects, capturing its humor, suffering, patriotism, and fervor.

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Till the Boys Come Home, Tonie Holt, Valmai Holt

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Rok wydania
1977
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Tytuł
Till the Boys Come Home
Podtytuł
The Picture Postcards of the First World War
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
1977
Oprawa
twarda
Liczba stron
192
ISBN10
0354041665
ISBN13
9780354041669
Seria
Ocena
3,4 z 5
Opis
This new edition features over 700 postcards showcasing powerful propaganda images from both sides of a significant conflict. The collection includes cards from various nations such as America, Australia, Britain, France, Germany, and more, all faithfully reproduced from originals that are at least 100 years old, presented in both striking black and white and vibrant color. Beyond being a visual feast, this work serves as a thematic and contemporary history of the war, offering a rich resource for both casual exploration and serious study. Many cards are rare and valuable, providing fascinating insights through informative text and thoughtful captions. This collection is essential for anyone wanting to grasp the emotions and sentiments of those who lived through and fought in the First World War. Readers will appreciate the concise captions, the impact of the images, and the journey to uncover the stories behind them. This beautifully crafted book uses these popular postcards from the '14-'18 period to illustrate the Great War's course and effects, capturing its humor, suffering, patriotism, and fervor.