This practical, accessible guide is part of a series aimed primarily at the budding collector, featuring postcards from Britain, the United States and Germany, which provide a fascinating insight into the society and art of the past 100 years. In exploring the enormous variety of cards available, this book includes cards ranging from greetings and novelty, Art Nouveau and Art Deco to those that were produced during and between the World Wars. Useful information is given about artists, printers and photographers. Throughout the book Fact Files detail the main characteristics of the postcards and provide a wealth of hints and tips on collecting - topics covered include printing techniques, condition and care, identification and the importance of the artists and photographers. - Features Fact Files highlighting key information on collecting - Includes full-colour photographs of over 150 collectable postcards, each accompanied by a price range and information about condition - Covers postcards from the turn of the century to the end of the 20th century - Postcards featured from Britain, continental Europe and the United States