This book on packaging was one of six source books on creativity. You can see a sample of them here: Past Print: Graphic source books (westread.blogspot.com)
Roger Opie, the author founded the London based Museum of Brands, collected over 3000,000 packages and he was the obvious choice to edit a book that takes an historical look at consumer packs. The six chapters start from 1880 to 1989 with each looking at what might be found in an British house, for example 1960 to 1979, with fifty-eight packs, has convenience foods, yoghurt, chilled goods, smoking, bathroom and feminine beauty.
One reason I've enjoyed looking at these Source books is the impressive layouts. In Packaging the photos are big with comprehensive captions. Though the majority of packs originated in Britain there are several American ones included.
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