Preisverzeichniß der durch die Königliche Postanstalt zu beziehenden Zeitungen und Zeitschriften usw: 1878,1

This 1878 volume served as an official postal subscription catalog for the Imperial German Post, the Königliche Postanstalt. Produced to facilitate the distribution of newspapers and journals across the German Empire, it reflects the rigorous administrative organization of the period. It functioned as a vital tool for citizens to browse, select, and formally subscribe to the rapidly expanding press landscape of the late nineteenth century, providing a systematic list of available publications that were delivered directly via the postal network.

The catalog was designed as a utilitarian reference work for government post offices, emphasizing clarity, structured categorization, and bureaucratic efficiency. Its presentation reflects the mid-to-late Victorian aesthetic typical of German state-issued directories, prioritizing legibility and accessibility for both postal clerks and the public. As an archival document, it provides a unique snapshot of the media consumption patterns, political climate, and cultural interests that dominated the German public sphere during the early years of the German Empire.