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 Kit Hinrichs (Author), Delphine Hirasuna (Author), Terry Heffernan (Photographer) Ten Speed Press From A Press Release Book Description For more than 200 years, the American flag has been a prominent icon in our nation's history. Americans have sewn, painted, carved, weaved, etched, and printed its likeness on all kinds of objects, from commemorative quilts to war memorabilia, children's toys to protest art. Featuring the best flag artifacts from a collection of more than 3000 amassed by leading graphic designer Kit Hinrichs, 100 American Flags offers a fascinating look at how the Star-Spangled Banner has been the subject of countless creative designs. Sewn lovingly on blankets, pillows, and bags; appropriated by the commercial sphere to sell goods as diverse as cigars, food, and clothing; or charged with emotion in times of protest, war, and celebration, the American flag and the many ways has been perceived and presented is never more glorious than in Hinrichs's collection, which has been hailed as a marvel of folk history and a time capsule of cultural commentary. 100 American Flags shares the stunning visual history of America's most treasured symbol. About the Authors KIT HINRICHS is considered one of the world's most influential graphic designers and is partner in the global design firm Pentagram. His collection of Stars and Stripes artifacts has been exhibited at the American Institute of Graphic Arts in New York and the San Jose Museum of Art. He lives in San Francisco. DELPHINE HIRASUNA is the author of several books, including The Art of Gaman, and the editor of @Issue: Journal of Business and Design. She lives in San Francisco. TERRY HEFFERNAN is a nationally acclaimed San Francisco-based photographer noted for his exquisite large-format images. Hinrichs, Hirasuna, and Heffernan have collaborated on several best- selling books, including Long May She Wave, The Art of Gaman, and 100 Baseball Icons (April 2008). Buy: 100 American Flags: A Unique Collection of Old Glory Memorabilia Return to the Dr. Laura Reading Corner |
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