"The Poem"

Like the previous ad, this focuses on presenting an aristocratic situaion in which the toothbrush is an important presence. The use of the flowery-sounding poem, coupled with the romantic male figure wearing a sword at his side, gives the product an elevated status; the product assumes the appearance of a stately and royal luxury.

• Introduction
• Instructions and Appeals to the Science of Dentistry
  • "All conscientious dentists will tell you..."
  • "The Best Dentists..."
  • "A toothbrush endorsed by a dentist is sure to be good"
  • "Next to a good dentist..."
  • "What happens when you brush..."
• Fear, Vanity & Modernity
  • "Woman at mirror"
  • "Mirror helps millions make vital decisions"
  • "I am the tooth brush..."
  • "They laughed at me in Cairo..."
  • "The Poem"
• Targeting a Specific Audience
  • "Every mother knows that."
  • "Handy book for girls."
  • "Handy book for boys."
  • "The businessman"
• Bibliography
  

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