The Political Cartoon by Charles Press HBDJ 1ST 1981 VERY GOOD

Description: Hardcover Cloth 395 pages. Condition Very Good Dust Jacket Very Good. Presumed First edition 1981. Elegant tan boards and gilt embossing on this tight and sound copy with no marks, highlights or bookplates. Book in unread condition. Slight shelf wear - book is not square, has bumped corners, small cut on bottom edge, dent on back cover. Top edge has some spotting. Tight binding with good hinges. An unclipped dust jacket protected by Brodart cover is with the usual shelf wear - scrapes, wrinkles and chips. Not an ex-library, book club or remainder copy. Charles Press's "The Political Cartoon" offers an insightful exploration of the history, art, and impact of political cartoons as a unique form of communication. Press examines how these often satirical illustrations distill complex political events, social issues, and public figures into potent visual commentary. By combining humor with critique, political cartoons challenge authority, provoke thought, and capture the public's imagination in a way that words alone often cannot. The book delves into the techniques and symbolism used by cartoonists to convey their messages, from exaggeration and caricature to irony and juxtaposition, making it clear that these images serve as both entertainment and powerful tools for shaping political discourse. Press also considers the evolving role of political cartoons in different eras, reflecting on how they have responded to censorship, technological changes, and shifting public sentiments, while remaining a resilient and influential medium in the world of journalism and public opinion.

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Location: San Antonio, Texas

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