DDR Posters: The Art of German Propaganda
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DDR Posters: The Art of German Propaganda by David Heather
In the age of the internet, poster art is fading into history, but its importance as historical document remains valuable and enlightening. An inexpensive and efficient means of mass communication, the poster was used extensively by Communist regimes in order to maintain state control. This collection of 150 of the most outstanding works from a selection of more than 10,000 posters archived by the German Historical Museum features works that are both poignant and valid in light of current global politics. Although propaganda posters were used in a variety of communist countries, those that emanated from East Germany are unique in their subtlety and nuanced messages. Many posters appropriate American or Western European symbols and others used humour to get their point across. Grouped chronologically according to such themes as post-war years, the prospect of peace, denouncement of the West, and praise for Communist allies, these beautifully reproduced works provide a historical and cultural snapshot of East Germany during its entire history.
"Extraordinarily strong and emotive" --The New York Times Sunday Book Review
David Heather is an expert on propaganda posters and their creators. He is the author of North Korea Posters and Vietnam Posters (Prestel).
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| ISBN 13 | 9783791348087 |
| ISBN 10 | 3791348086 |
| Title | DDR Posters: The Art of German Propaganda |
| Author | David Heather |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Prestel |
| Year published | 2014-05-20 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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