The Golden Age of the Illustrated Book Dust Jacket
In the 19th century, dust jackets on books were just protective paper wrappers, thrown away after a book was purchased. The prized cover was the leather underneath
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Author: Joe Senior
THE HISTORY BEHIND THE CRAFT OF LETTERPRESS PRINTING
Johannes Gutenbergis said to have invented the moveable type printing press.
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To Get More Creative, Become Less Judgemental
The need to do more great work drives many creators. More quality and (or) quantity. Or both. Creativity is a central source of meaning in our lives.
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Poster Art of World War II
In May 1945, the Allied powers celebrated “Victory in Europe” over an evil Nazi regime. Personal contributions and sacrifices of all Americans helped win that war and thus generate the well-earned euphoria of that historic month. Many factors contributed to that victory Aca,!” including patriotic posters.
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The Evolution of Propaganda Design: US Retro Posters
The emergence of a new kind of aesthetic in Russian and Soviet art after the revolution of 1917 largely resulted from the state having experienced a revolution, the arts became revolutionary too and changed dramatically
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