An absorbing insight into life in early twentieth century America through the medium of postcards. Divided into two main parts, the author begins with part 1: 'The Postcard', which explains the evolution of the picture postcard. Part 2, 'Pictures and Voices', is made up of twenty chapters, each under a separate heading and topic. There are images of many original postcards alongside messages from the sender. The author analyses these and puts into context. They make really engrossing reading and are a wonderful glimpse into the past. Made me think I need to write more postcards! Thank you to Kenneth Wilson, Net Galley and University of North Texas Press for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.