Design Reviewed: International Times No. 98 (November 1971) — A Psychedelic Counterculture Artifact
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A review of International Times No. 98 (November 1971), the influential UK underground counterculture newspaper. The piece examines the publication's psychedelic graphic design, its role in the 1960s/70s alternative press movement, and its cultural significance as a platform for radical politics, music, and art. The review highlights the distinctive visual style, large-format layout, and the publication's connection to the London underground scene.
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Twitter / XDesign Reviewed: International Times No. 98 (November 1971) — A Psychedelic Counterculture Artifactdesignreviewed.comKey quotes
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The publication featured a distinctive psychedelic design aesthetic that reflected the counterculture movement.
This issue represents a significant artifact of the underground press movement in the United Kingdom.
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