Cartoons have the astonishing power to encapsulate a historical moment or popular mood. This book tells the story of modern Britain, showing the views taken by the nation's leading cartoonists of the issues and personalities that dominated the news - some of worldwide significance, some of major social and political importance, and many others.

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Title: The Cartoon Century
Publisher: Cornerstone
Publication Date: 2007
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1905211597
ISBN 13: 9781905211593
Binding: Hardback
Condition: Very Good

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This magnificent survey of political cartoons published over the course of the last century, creates a fascinating history of modern Britain. From the death of Queen Victoria to the downfall of Saddam Hussein, the issues of the day are seen through the eyes of contemporary leading cartoonists.

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Timothy S. Benson is an expert on cartoons and runs The Political Cartoon Society from its headquarters in Store Street, London. He is the author of a number of books on cartoons and cartoonists, including surveys of David Low and Sidney Strube. Most recently he was one of the organisers of a exhibition of cartoons to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Suez Crisis.

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