Joseph Pennell's Pictures of War Work in America Reproductions of a series of lithographs of munition works made by him with the permission and authority of the United States government, with notes and an introduction by the artist

"Joseph Pennell's Pictures of War Work in America" by Joseph Pennell is a visual journey inside American factories churning out vital supplies during World War I. Through detailed lithographs and drawings, the book reveals scenes of shipbuilding, ammunition creation, and other war-related industries. Pennell's art captures both technical and social aspects of this industrial effort, offering a look at the machinery and the people involved. Pennell includes his own observations, sharing his thoughts on the scale and power of wartime production, and his perspectives on the role of women in America's war effort. Through artistic expression and personal reflection, it explores the complexities of war and industry during a pivotal time in history.