Graphic Design before Graphic Designers
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Graphic Design before Graphic Designers by David Jury
International in scope, this book charts the evolution of print into graphic design between 1700 and 1914. With around 850 illustrations, many specially photographed from private collections, it is of interest to graphic designers, design and social historians, as well as collectors of print and printed emphemera alike.
'A gem - an impressive academic achievement, packed full of stories … there’s so much to enjoy in this book, starting with its actual design … this repository of visual material adds up to an inspirational sourcebookBut unlike many other beautifully illustrated publications, you will want to do more than just look at the pictures - you will want to read it' - V&A Magazine
'Elegant … the book’s glory lies in the stunning illustrations … readers may have a tough time not drooling' - The World of Interiors
'Elegant … the book’s glory lies in the stunning illustrations … readers may have a tough time not drooling' - The World of Interiors
David Jury is a prolific writer, award-winning graphic designer and head of the MA course Art, Design and the Book at the Colchester Institute. He has written a number of books on the subject of typography and was the editor of the award-winning journal TypoGraphic. His previous books include Typography Today.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500516461 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500516464 |
| Title | Graphic Design before Graphic Designers |
| Author | David Jury |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2012-09-03 |
| Number of pages | 312 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |