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All-American Ads of the 50s - by  Jim Heimann (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

All-American Ads of the 50s - by Jim Heimann (Hardcover)

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  • As McCarthyism swept across the United States and capitalism was king, white America enjoyed a feeling of pride and security that was reflected in advertising.
  • Author(s): Jim Heimann
  • 640 Pages
  • Art, Graphic Arts

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A plethora of 1950s ads covering just about anything the dollar could buy, from Las Vegas vacations to cigarettes as healthy mood enhancers. More than a record of bygone products and campaigns, these colorful ads provide an evocative record of everyday American life when McCarthyism was rife and capitalism was king.



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As McCarthyism swept across the United States and capitalism was king, white America enjoyed a feeling of pride and security that was reflected in advertising. Carelessly flooding society with dangerous misinformation, companies in the 50s promoted everything from vacations in Las Vegas, where guests could watch atomic bombs detonate, to cigarettes as healthy mood-enhancers, promoted by a baby who claims his mother feels better after she smokes a Marlboro.

From "The World's Finest Automatic Washer" to the Cadillac which "Gives a Man a New Outlook," you'll find a colorful plethora of ads for just about anything the dollar could buy. Oh, and "Have you noticed how many of your neighbors are using Herman Miller furniture these days?" If only you could really travel back in time and pick up a few chairs for your collection...



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"A rose-tinted trip back to the golden age of advertising."-- "ShortList"

"Anyone who approaches with questions about how people lived, ate, felt and consumed in earlier decades will find the TASCHEN ad books an excellent investment."-- "The Toronto Star"
Dimensions (Overall): 10.3 Inches (H) x 8.1 Inches (W) x 1.6 Inches (D)
Weight: 4.78 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Graphic Arts
Genre: Art
Number of Pages: 640
Publisher: Taschen
Theme: Advertising
Format: Hardcover
Author: Jim Heimann
Language: Multiple Languages
Street Date: April 10, 2018
TCIN: 85738089
UPC: 9783836551328
Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-3829
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 4.78 pounds
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Q: What themes are explored in the advertising from the 50s?

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  • A: The themes include capitalism, consumerism, and societal attitudes during McCarthyism in the United States.

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Q: How many pages does the book contain?

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  • A: The book contains a total of 640 pages filled with a variety of advertisements from the 1950s.

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Q: Is the book written in multiple languages?

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  • A: Yes, the book is available in multiple languages, making it accessible to a broad audience.

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Q: What time period do the ads in the book represent?

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  • A: The ads in the book primarily represent the 1950s, reflecting American culture and consumerism during that era.

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Q: What is the primary focus of the book's content?

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  • A: The primary focus is on a diverse collection of advertisements that showcase everyday American life in the 1950s.

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