During the sixties Penguin published "Specials" that dealt with topical issues. By their nature, they had to be written and published very quickly. The cover designs were often very strong, again reflecting the nature of the subject matter. The cover for "The Stagnant Society" (designed by Richard Hollis) is brilliant, I think, for a number of reasons: of course, it's conceptually spot on; the graphic element is in such a surprising but effective position; and the title just leaps off the page.
"persecution 1961" was designed by the very great Germano Facetti, who sadly died earlier this year and who was the major force behind Penguin design of this era. Italian born Facetti was Art Director at Penguin between 1960 and 72 and was responsible for commissioning Romek Marber who developed that wonderful grid.
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