100 Greatest American Stamps, by Janet Klug and Donald J. Sundman, with a foreword by William H. Gross, offers a richly illustrated journey through the most important and beloved stamps ever issued in the United States. More than a price guide or photo gallery, this engaging volume tells the stories behind the stamps—each one a window into a defining moment in American history.
Through expert commentary and vivid full-color images, the authors place more than 100 iconic stamps into historical context, bringing to life the people, events, and ideas they commemorate. At the same time, the book serves as an inviting introduction to the hobby of stamp collecting, showing how these small pieces of paper preserve the nation’s heritage in remarkable ways.