Issue: USA Margaret Mitchell 1986 Stamp
Type: Stamp
Number of Stamps: 1
Stamps Denomination: 1 C
Issue Date: 1986
Issued By: United States Postal Service (USPS)
Honoring a Literary Legend
The USA 1986 Margaret Mitchell Stamp was issued to honor the celebrated American author Margaret Mitchell best known for her Pulitzer Prize winning novel Gone with the Wind. This stamp is part of the Great Americans Series which commemorates notable figures who have made significant contributions to American culture.
Margaret Mitchell: The Woman Behind a Masterpiece
Born in 1900 Margaret Mitchell became an iconic figure in American literature with the publication of her only novel Gone with the Wind in 1936. The novel set during the American Civil War and Reconstruction era tells the epic story of Scarlett O’Hara a Southern belle who faces the trials of love loss and survival. The book became an instant success and remains one of the most beloved novels in American history.
Mitchell writing captured the complexities of life in the South during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Despite being her only published work Gone with the Wind cemented her legacy as one of America great authors. The novel was later adapted into a highly successful film in 1939 which further solidified Mitchell place in popular culture.
Stamp Design: A Portrait of a Literary Icon
The 1986 Margaret Mitchell Stamp features a simple yet elegant portrait of Mitchell. The stamp is part of the Great Americans Series known for its focus on notable Americans who have contributed to the country cultural scientific or literary heritage. Mitchell likeness is surrounded by subtle design elements that emphasize her status as a literary icon.
The brown and white color scheme gives the stamp a classic and timeless feel reflecting the enduring impact of Mitchell’s work on American literature.
A Tribute to American Literary Heritage
For philatelists and literary enthusiasts alike, the Margaret Mitchell Stamp is a tribute to the power of storytelling and the lasting influence of Gone with the Wind. It highlights Mitchell contribution to American culture and her role in shaping how the Civil War and Reconstruction are remembered through literature.
the USA 1986 Margaret Mitchell Stamp is a fitting tribute to an author whose work continues to resonate with readers worldwide making it a valuable collectible for those interested in American literature and history.
