Free Downloads Every Stamp Tells A Story: The National Philatelic Collection (Smithsonian Contribution To Knowledge)
Every stamp and piece of mail tells a story. In fact, each often tells multiple stories, ranging from concept to art design to production to usage, often with tales of politics, history, technology, biography, genealogy, economics, geography, disaster, and triumph. The lens of philately offers a fresh and engaging story of American history, culture, and identity, and it can also help deepen the understanding of world cultures. The William H. Gross Stamp Gallery, opened at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum in September 2013, has many such stories to tell. Chief philately curator Cheryl R. Ganz guides readers through some of the gallery's nearly 20,000 objects that together illustrate the history of our nation's postal operations and postage stamps.
Series: Smithsonian Contribution to Knowledge
Hardcover: 151 pages
Publisher: Smithsonian Institution Scholarly Press (December 2, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1935623427
ISBN-13: 978-1935623427
Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 0.6 x 10.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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Nicely done overview of why stamps are historic, artistic, primary documents. Excellent visuals, well written text. Written with authority and style by the former curator of the Smithsonian National Postal Museum.
Great book written by one of the world's most devoted stamp admirers. Ganz also happens to be a talented student of history and proven author. A winning combination.
arrived as advertised but more about the museum than stamp stories.
This is a great book, highlighting some fascinating stamps from the new museum. Great graphics coupled with fascinating facts.
A masterful work by a great lady philatelist!
Arrived on time. It was a very much appreciated gift for a stamp collector.
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