Postwar Newspaper Advertisement Encyclopedia 1945-1950s Japan

by Postwar Newspaper

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Postwar Newspaper Advertisement Encyclopedia 1945-1950s Japan Key Features ✔ Discover a fascinating glimpse into Japan's postwar era with the "Postwar Newspaper Advertisement Encyclopedia 1945-1950s Japan." This hardcover book vividly captures the vibrant advertising landscape of the Showa period, showcasing how newspapers reflected and influenced everyday life during Japan's reconstruction years. From the immediate aftermath of World War II to the burgeoning consumer culture of the 1950s, this encyclopedia offers a comprehensive collection of advertisements that reveal the social, technological, and cultural shifts of the time. ✔ The book is organized into thematic chapters, including advertisements from the early Showa era, household products like instant ramen and coffee, household appliances such as televisions and refrigerators, transportation vehicles including cars and motorcycles, and entertainment-related ads featuring movies and travel. Rich with mini-columns and historical insights, it also features a detailed introduction, author biography, and commentary on the evolution of advertising in postwar Japan. ✔ Key features include: ✔ - Extensive collection of newspaper ads from 1945-1950s Japan ✔ - Focus on postwar societal changes and consumer culture ✔ - Chapters covering various categories: daily life, household appliances, transportation, and entertainment ✔ - Insightful mini-columns providing context and analysis ✔ C:Condition: Like New (Never read) ✔ C:Format: H

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• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fine

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