Through the turbulent passage of time, graphic design--with its vivid, neat synthesis of image and idea--has distilled the spirit of each age. Surrounding us every minute of every day, from minimalist packaging to colorful adverts, smart environmental graphics to sleek interfaces: graphic design is as much about transmitting information as it is about reflecting society's cultural aspirations and values. With his sweeping knowledge of the field, author Jens M In this volume, Jens Muller traces 130 years of graphic design, designers, and developments from the late 19th century through the economic boom after World War II until today.
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- 512 pages