Lezende man met gebroken been in een leunstoel 1921

"Lezende man met gebroken been in een leunstoel" (1921) by Dutch artist Piet van der Hem is a poster encouraging people to read. The poster depicts a man in an armchair with a broken leg, smoking a pipe and reading a book. The image uses humorous exaggeration to convey its message, suggesting that it is never too late to pick up a book. The poster was part of a series promoting reading during the early 20th century. This poster, with its simple design and strong message, highlights the importance of reading as a form of leisure and entertainment.