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Safety First Paul Rennie

Safety First By Paul Rennie

Safety First by Paul Rennie


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Condition - Very Good
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Summary

In 2011, RoSPA made a wonderful discovery: a superb 'missing' archive of historical safety posters dating from the 1930s to 1970s. These posters not only showcase the talented designers of the time, but also reflect the momentous changes that swept 20th-century Britain.

Safety First Summary

Safety First by Paul Rennie

Safety campaigns touch a nerve in all of us. Over the years, these posters, slogans and TV adverts have imprinted themselves on our collective memory, evoking nostalgia for childhood and a bygone Britain. In 2011, RoSPA made a wonderful discovery: a superb 'missing' archive of historical safety posters dating from the 1930s to 1970s. Clever, beautifully designed, often amusing, always packing a punch - these posters not only showcase the talented designers of the time, but also reflect the momentous changes that swept 20th-century Britain, revealing our social and industrial history from a unique new angle.

Safety First Reviews

Praise for Paul Rennie's Modern British Posters: A fascinating potted history of British society as well as advertising design. - The Observer Evokes a wistful longing for times past - sheer brilliance. - Wallpaper

About Paul Rennie

Dr Paul Rennie is Head of Context in Graphic Design at Central St Martins College of Art & Design in London and runs his own successful shop specialising in 20th century art and design. He is the author of three influential books about design, including Modern British Posters.

Additional information

GOR007720316
9781908643728
1908643722
Safety First by Paul Rennie
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Saraband
20150618
160
Winner of Rennie is a former British Design & Production Awards series winner. 2009
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - Safety First