Front:
ReaderINGTON
USA 20c
A Nation of
DC
OCT
16
1984
20066
Back:
A NATION OF READERS
First Day of Issue: October 16, 1984
First Issue Location: Washington, D.C.
Thousands of years ago, ancient man sought a method
of recording the events of his life. Drawings told stories
of harvests, hunting expeditions and wars, but could not
convey thoughts and ideas. Thus the invention of letters
... and reading began. Reading has had a significant
role in the development of the United States as a nation.
In the colonial days, a high importance was placed on
reading so that children would learn to read the Bible.
As the nation strengthened, Americans learned about
national events by reading newspapers. Interest in read-
ing grew even more with stories of Abraham Lincoln's
love for reading books. In recent years, children have
been encouraged to read all they can, for educators
realize the growing importance of reading. For, through
reading, we can relive moments of the past, visit with
famous people, and escape into the world of fantasy. In
honor of this Nation of Readers, the Postal Service issued
the stamp featured on this Maximum Card which depicts
Abraham Lincoln reading to his young son Tad.
No. 84-46
©1984 The Maximum Card Collection
A Division of Unicover Corporation . Cheyenne, WY 82008-0007
Original painting by Lois M. Hatcher
