Contains photographs of over 1,100 advertisements from vintage magazines published between 1890 and 1950, and includes values for each.

Presenting 60 years of newspaper advertising for motion pictures great and small, this book features ads created by Hollywood and adapted by local and regional exhibitors that motivated patrons to leave their homes, part with precious income, and spend time in the dark. Because of the high stakes involved, theater operators used wildly creative means to make that happen. They made movie advertising equal parts art and psychology, appealing to every human instinct in an effort to push product and keep their theatres in business. From the pen-and-ink masterpieces of the 1920s and 30s to location-specific folk art to ad space jam-packed with enticements for every member of the family, the book dissects the psyche of the American movie-going public and the advertisers seeking to push just the right buttons.

In 'The Olden Time Series, Vol. 4: Quaint and Curious Advertisements' by Henry M. Brooks, readers are taken on a literary journey through a collection of old advertisements that offer a glimpse into the past. This book is a unique blend of historical reference and entertainment, providing insight into the culture and commerce of bygone eras. Brooks' writing style is engaging and informative, making the reader feel as though they are experiencing the advertisements firsthand. The inclusion of quirky and unusual ads adds a sense of whimsy to the book, making it both educational and entertaining. This volume is a valuable resource for researchers and history enthusiasts interested in advertising practices of the past.Henry M. Brooks, a renowned historian and collector, has curated a fascinating selection of advertisements that showcase the evolution of marketing strategies over time. His meticulous attention to detail and passion for preserving historical artifacts shine through in this volume. Brooks' expertise in the field makes him the perfect author to explore the intriguing world of old advertisements.I highly recommend 'The Olden Time Series, Vol. 4: Quaint and Curious Advertisements' to anyone interested in delving into the rich history of advertising. Brooks' comprehensive collection offers a unique perspective on the cultural significance of advertisements throughout history, making it a must-read for history buffs and scholars alike.

This advertising art history of the Coca-Cola Company, from pin-up girls to Hollywood celebrities to Santa Claus, is traced in this first-ever art book licensed for publication by the Coca-Cola Company. This hardcover edition includes an embossed jacket and 500 color illustrations.

How did the advertisers of the past sell magnetic corsets, carbolic smoke balls or even the first televisions? Which celebrities endorsed products? How did innovations in printing techniques and packaging design play a part in the evolution of advertising? And what can these items tell us about transport, war, politics and even the royal family?'Vintage Advertising: An A to Z' takes a fresh look at historical advertising through a series of thematic and chronological juxtapositions. Richly illustrated from the John Johnson Collection of Printed Ephemera at the Bodleian Library, this book features a range of topics from Art to Zeitgeist, showcasing how nineteenth- and early twentieth-century advertisements often capture the spirit of their age and can be rich repositories of information about our past.

Rediscover your sense of wonder! Generations of comic book readers remember the tantalizing promises of vintage novelty advertisements that offered authentic laser-gun plans, x-ray specs, and even 7-foot-tall monsters (with glow-in-the-dark eyes!). But what would you really get if you entrusted your hard-earned $1.69 to the post office? Mail-Order Mysteries answers this question, revealing the amazing truths (and agonizing exaggerations) about the actual products marketed to kids in the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s. Pop-culture historian Kirk Demarais shares his astonishing collection, including: 100 Toy Soldiers in a Footlocker Count Dante’s World’s Deadliest Fighting Secrets GRIT Hercules Wrist Band Hypno-Coin Life-Size Monsters Mystic Smoke Sea Monkeys Soil From Dracula’s Castle U-Control Ghost Ventrilo Voice Thrower ...and many, many more! With more than 150 extraordinary, peculiar, and downright fraudulent collectibles, Mail-Order Mysteries is a must-have book comic book fans everywhere. Trust us.

24 full-color ready-to-mail cards: young ladies with Coca-Cola, at a Singer sewing machine; kids with Kellogg's cornflakes, Campbell's soup, much more.

Brooklyn vintage Ads is a 17-volume set of ads from the 20th century(late 1800's to 1950), Great for the Brooklyn history buff or advertiser in your life, get a glimpse back on a lot of new inventions and products, and check out the food and cloths prices.. This set features advertising from some of the most prestigious companies of the day. See if you can spot a few who still produce products 100 years later. OVER 300 ADS IN EACH BOOK, no two books are the same, ads are randomly selected..Here are just a few categories, Super Market Ads, Airlines & Aircraft, Alcohol, Beauty & Hygiene, Books & Magazines, Candy, Cars, Celebrities, Clothes, Coke, Phone & Communication, Drinks, TV & Electronics, Movies & Entertainment, Food, Furniture, Household, Jewelry & Watches, Kids & Babies, Medicine, Music, Oil& Gas, Perfume, Restaurants, Shaving, Sports, Cigarettes & Tobacco, Tools & Gadgets, Toys, Transportation, Travel, Want ads, For Sale, Apts to Let cars for sale and many more!!And for a car buff in your life check out our 4 vol Vintage Brooklyn Auto Ads

Inside Jane's Guide to Dicks (and Toms and Harrys), best-selling humorists Ross and Kathyrn Petras offer tongue-in-cheek lessons to help your average Jane suss out all the Dicks (and Toms and Harrys) they encounter along the way to finding Mr. Right. Once upon a time, Jane didn't know Jack about Dick; however, after careful research, study, and observation, Jane is now an expert on boys, and she's ready to share all her special secrets to help good girls everywhere find their own Dicks (or Toms, or Harrys). Four-color art appears throughout, and each special secret offers suggestively irreverent and sassy quips such as: * Not all boys are created equal. Some of them have BIG machines. Some of them have SMALL machines. A big machine is usually BETTER! (But not TOO big!) * Just because he has balls doesn't mean he wants to shoot a basket in your--or any other girl's--hoop! * Boys who stare at your chest and forget you have a face are the REAL boobs!