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

by Kit Hinrichs, Delphine Hirasuna, Gerard C. Wertkin (Foreword)

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.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

224 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2001

Reviews

[Susan Liston · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very nice quality coffee table book of flag memorabilia.

[M0rfeus · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent coffee table book with all manner of flag-related memoribilia, and lots of Historic flags--the oldest being of Civil War vintage and with provenance from the author's great-great-grandmother if memory serves.

I recommend it to all who love Old Glory.

[Noel Joy]

this is a beautiful coffee table book with great pictures and history of american flag artifacts. it's one of the books i turn to when the deployments seem long. :)