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The History of Graphic Design: 45th Ed. (45th Edition) - Hardcover

Müller, Jens

 
9783836588065: The History of Graphic Design: 45th Ed. (45th Edition)

Synopsis

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 Müller curates the standout designs for each year, a running sequence of design milestones. This collection of important graphic works represents a long-overdue reflection on the development of a creative field constantly changing and challenging itself. These key pieces act as coordinates through contemporary history, helping us trace the sheer influence of graphic design on our daily lives.

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About the Authors

Jens Müller was born in Koblenz, Germany, in 1982 and studied graphic design. Recipient of numerous national and international design awards, he is creative director of Vista design studio in Düsseldorf and professor of corporate design at the Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts. Author and editor of several books, Müller researches the history of graphic design and corporate identity.

Julius Wiedemann studied graphic design and marketing and was an art editor for newspapers and design magazines in Tokyo before joining TASCHEN in 2001. His titles include the Illustration Now! and Record Covers series, as well as the infographics collection and books about advertising and visual culture.

From the Back Cover

Seit jeher hat das Grafikdesign durch lebendige und prägnante Verknüpfungen von Bild und Idee den Zeitgeist zum Ausdruck gebracht. Es ist allgegenwärtig: von der minimalistischen Verpackung bis zur farbenfrohen Reklame, von der intelligenten Umweltgrafik bis zur schlanken Schnittstelle. Grafikdesign vermittelt nicht nur Informationen sondern ist auch ein Spiegel gesellschaftlicher Werte und kultureller Tendenzen.

Mit großer Sachkenntnis hat Autor Jens Müller die herausragenden Entwürfe jedes Jahres ausgewählt, einen Zeitstrahl mit Meilensteinen des Designs. Diese Sammlung repräsentiert die längst überfällige Betrachtung eines kreativen Bereichs, der sich ständig entwickelt, verändert und zu neuen Höchstleistungen antreibt. Seine Schlüsselwerke fungieren als Koordinaten zeitgenössischer Geschichte; sie lassen uns ermessen, wie stark der Einfluss des Grafikdesigns auf unseren Alltag ist.

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