{"title":"Tobias Carroll","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTobias Carroll\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts compelling narratives that explore the intersections of art, politics, and culture. His works, including titles such as \u003cem\u003eKill List\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePolitical Sign\u003c\/em\u003e, delve into the complexities of contemporary society with a keen eye for detail and a sharp sense of irony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thought-provoking stories that challenge conventional perspectives while illuminating the often unseen forces shaping our world. 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They’re in front yards, on bumper stickers, and in some places you might never have expected. \u003cem\u003eTobias Carroll\u003c\/em\u003e chronicles the permutations and secret histories of political signs, venturing into the story of how they came to be and illuminating how the signs around us shape us in ways we often fail to appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn an era of political polarization and heated debate, what can be learned from studying how our personal space becomes the setting for both? 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