{"product_id":"9780764371196","title":"Iconic Objects of the 1980s : 80 Cult Designs - Agata Toromanoff","description":"A journey through 80 iconic objects that defined the spirit, style, and innovation of the 1980s. Iconic Objects of the 1980s: 80 Cult Designs�is a vibrant and richly illustrated retrospective that celebrates the bold energy and unmistakable style of one of history's most unforgettable decades. Through eighty objects that range from Walkmans and BMX bikes to shoulder pads and floppy disks, this book explores how innovation, creativity, and a sense of fun shaped the everyday experiences of the 1980s. Each entry combines evocative photography with cultural and historical commentary, providing insight into how these objects reflected-and influenced-the era's attitudes in entertainment, fashion, technology, design, and beyond. With chapters organized by theme and decade-defining anecdotes throughout, this guide offers a playful but informed lens through which to explore the past. Whether you lived through the decade or are discovering it anew, this book brings the 1980s back to life in vivid, unforgettable detail. Key Features:  Profiles eighty iconic objects that defined the 1980s across categories including sports, fashion, toys, tech, and design  Includes pop culture milestones such as VHS tapes, Air Jordans, My Little Pony, Apple II computers, and the Game Boy  Each item is accompanied by striking full-color photography and engaging historical commentary  Organized thematically into 7 chapters for easy exploration: Sports \u0026amp; Entertainment, Fashion \u0026amp; Accessories, Everyday Objects, Technology, Toys, Furniture \u0026amp; Design, and Cars  Reveals the cultural significance and lasting legacy of each object, from household staples to trendsetting innovations  Features an introductory essay on the 1980s as a decade of exuberance, ambition, and global cultural shifts A must-have celebration of 1980s design, culture, and creativity-perfect for collectors, pop culture enthusiasts, designers, and nostalgic readers alike.","brand":"Agata Toromanoff","offers":[{"title":"176 pages, 172 color images \/ 28\/06\/2026 \/ Antiques \u0026 collectables","offer_id":57177877545335,"sku":"9780764371196","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/9454\/1624\/files\/9780764371196.jpg?v=1781533922","url":"https:\/\/gulpfictionbooks.com\/products\/9780764371196","provider":"Gulp Fiction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}