Postcards from the Nursery The Illustrators of Children's Books and Postcards 1900-1950

Description:

Postcards from the Nursery is a tribute to the legions of children's illustrators - the renowned and the unsung heroes and heroines of children's illustration in the early 20th century.

The picture postcards contained in this volume display a rich and colorful variety of illustrative styles, covering a period of over 40 years. All the traditional nursery themes are included: rhymes, fairy tales, fairyland fantasy, games, pastimes, and many more. In addition, the history and activity of most of the prominent publishers are discussed.