"Find it in Books" Books Give Information Knowledge Power; original mini of art deco poster

Language: English

Published by NATIONAL CITY COMPANY, New York New York, 1922

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Seller: ALEXANDER POPE, Kent, CT, U.S.A.ALEXANDER POPE

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"Find it in Books" was a prominent 1922 National Association of Book Publishers promotional slogan and advertising campaign in the United States. "Find it in Books Books Give Information Knowledge Power BY COURTESY OF THE NATIONAL CITY COMPANY Bottom right corner of the illustration, the signature reads ? Jordan Penny or possibly ? early-to-mid 20th-century commercial illustrator or graphic designer. Information on the back confirms that this card is a 1922–1923 miniature advertising reproduction issued by the National Association of Book Publishers for their "Year-Round Bookselling" campaign. It names Marion Humble, a highly influential figure in library and publishing history who helped pioneer the very first "Children's Book Week"—a tradition that still exists today. This 5 1/2" x 3 1/2" heavy card stock. It might appeal to Bookish & Library Memorabilia Collectors of antique bookmarks, library history, and publishing promotions. OR, 1920s Advertising: Enthusiasts of early Art Deco-era graphic design and corporate marketing. OR, Banking or financial History buffs The National City Company affiliate of The National City Bank The top right corner has a chip else overall GOOD.…

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Title
"Find it in Books" Books Give Information Knowledge Power; original mini of art deco poster
Author
National Association of Book Publishers
Publisher
NATIONAL CITY COMPANY, New York New York
Publication year
1922
Condition
Good
Binding
No Binding
Language
English
Illustrator
Jordan Penney
Edition
1st Edition, Special Edition
Printing
1st Printing
Dimensions
5.5 inches width by 3.5 inches height by 0 inches depth
Seller catalogs
Architecture Art Artists, Ephemera, History, Literary criticism, Mass Media Communications, Twentieth-Century Postcard Art

ALEXANDER POPE

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