9781527780262 - Catalogue of an Important Public Sale Including the Noted Ramsey McCoy Collection of American Political Medals and Tokens, the Finest Collection of ... of U. S. Cen... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, a product of extensive research and curatorial work by the Ramsey McCoy Collection of American Political Medals and Tokens and other institutions, presents a comprehensive overview of the history of American political memorabilia from the nation's inception through to the 20th century. Tokens, medals, and badges are not only analyzed as objects of art and cultural production, but are also positioned as insightful historical documents that can illuminate past political campaigns, candidates' personas, and pivotal issues. The author demonstrates that these objects can serve as a unique lens through which to observe the evolution of American democracy and the themes that have shaped its trajectory. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.