"And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there;
O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?"
- Star Spangled Banner
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Publisher: Potterstyle
Release Date: May 3, 2016
Format: Postcards (in bookstyle box)
Format: Postcards (in bookstyle box)

From one of the
world's leading graphic designers comes a stunning tribute to America's most
enduring icon-the Stars and Stripes.The Revolutionary Congress resolved in 1777
that "the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and
white, that the Union be 13 white stars in a blue field representing a new
constellation." Since that time, the American flag has been raised high in
wartime triumph and peacetime celebration; burned in fervent protest; sewn
lovingly onto quilts, caps, pillows, and bags; appropriated by the commercial
sphere to sell goods as varied as cigars, and designer clothing, and
rock-and-roll albums; and faithfully honored every 4th of July to celebrate
America's independence.
This collection of
more than 3,000 Stars and Stripes artifacts ranges from Civil War-era banners
and Native American braided moccasins to an early 20th-century
"friendship" kimono and original flag art by several of the world's
leading designers. In its deluxe format with over 500 illustrations, LONG MAY
SHE WAVE gives wide berth to the flag in all its manifestations, and the result
is a stunning visual history of America's most treasured symbol. Full-color
throughout, with over 500 illustrations in a deluxe 11 x 14-inch volume-LONG
MAY SHE WAVE is the perfect gift for folk-art appreciators, history buffs, and
collectors. Features the 3,000-piece exhibit that was displayed at the American
Institute of Graphic Arts and the San Jose Museum of Art in 2000. From toy
soldiers to collectable spoons, cigar blankets to historic flags—the breadth of
the collection is unrivaled.


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This looks like a beautiful collection of patriotic images - perfect for use/display during Armed Services Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, and Independence Day. It's fun to see such a unique item reviewed on a book blog!
ReplyDeleteThese sound really pretty, Annie! Thanks for sharing!
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