Oh So Pretty - Punk in Print, 1976-80

Pack in 5 years of punk ephemera in a single order.  This time capsule captures the visual essence of Punk. Immerse yourself in the anarchy of the underground scene through newsprint color reproductions of 500 flyers, zines, and posters from Toby Mott's extensive collection. Includes flyers for iconic Punk groups, such as The Clash, The Damned, The Ramones, The Jam, and Jamie Reid's gig posters for The Sex Pistols.

Back and front covers are creased and have other moderate wear. Some page corners are slightly bumped. Otherwise tight, clean and crisp. Good + condition.

"The collection includes crudely cut and pasted flyers for iconic bands, such as The Clash, The Damned, The Ramones, The Jam, etc., as well as Jamie Reid's legendary gig posters for The Sex Pistols

Oh So Pretty- Punk in Print 1976-80 is an unrivalled collection of visually striking ephemera from Britain's punk subculture. It presents 500 artefacts - 'zines,' gig posters, flyers, and badges - from well known and obscure musical acts, designers, venues, and related political groups. While punk was first and foremost a music phenomenon, it reflected a DIY spirit and instantly recognizable aesthetic that was as raw and strident and irrepressible as the music. As disposable as the items in this book once were, together they tell a story about music, history, class, and art, and document a seismic shift in society and visual culture." - from the publisher

8.4 x 11 inches