Long May She Wave: A Graphic History of the American Flag

Product Description

From one of the world’¬?s leading graphic designers comes a stunning tribute to America’¬?s most enduring icon-the Stars and Stripes.The Revolutionary Congress resolved in 1777 that “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white, that the Union be 13 white stars in a blue field representing a new constellation.” Since that time, the American flag has been raised high in wartime triumph and peacetime celebration; burned in fervent protest; sewn lovingly onto quilts, caps, pillows, and bags; appropriated by the commercial sphere to sell goods as varied as cigars, and designer clothing, and rock-and-roll albums; and faithfully honored every 4th of July to celebrate America’¬?s independence. This collection of more than 3,000 Stars and Stripes artifacts ranges from Civil War-era banners and Native American braided moccasins to an early 20th-century “friendship” kimono and original flag art by several of the world’¬?s leading designers. In its deluxe format with over 500 illustrations, LONG MAY SHE WAVE gives wide berth to the flag in all its manifestations, and the result is a stunning visual history of America’¬?s most treasured symbol.Full-color throughout, with over 500 illustrations in a deluxe 11 x 14-inch volume-LONG MAY SHE WAVE is the perfect gift for folk-art appreciators, history buffs, and collectors.Features the 3,000-piece exhibit that was displayed at the American Institute of Graphic Arts and the San Jose Museum of Art in 2000. From toy soldiers to collectable spoons, cigar blankets to historic flags-the breadth of the collection is unrivaled.For a list of appearances by this author, check out our Calendar of Events.

Review

“Check out this striking visual history of America’¬?s most treasured symbol.” –
Country Decorating Ideas “A testament to our enduring American spirit.”-
Communication Arts”Prior to the events of September 11, this beautiful book drawn from a private collection was indeed a coffee table book and of interest to less people than it should have been.”-
Collectors News”A feast of red, white, and blue eye-candy.” –
Beadwork magazine”Best Books of 2001 – Coffee Table Books” –
The Detroit Free Press “Hinrichs offers a striking visual history of America’s flag in its many different depictions.”-
Library Journal”Delightful enough to stir patriotism in any soul . . . a great one to keep and cherish.” –
Daily Oaklahoman”Remarkable.” –
Washington Post”It’s not only visually appealing, it’s fascinating social history as well . . . a worthy and well-conceived trip into the very symbol of the nation we so love.” –
Associated Press

About the Author

KIT HINRICHS is considered one of the world’s most influential graphic designers and is partner in the global design firm Pentagram. He has more than 3,000 Stars and Stripes artifacts in his collection, which has been exhibited at the American Institute of Graphic Arts in New York and the San Jose Museum of Art. He lives in San Francisco.

DELPHINE HIRASUNA is the author of several books, including THE ART OF GAMAN, and the editor of @Issue: Journal of Business and Design. She lives in San Francisco.