Graphic Design: A New History
Stephen J. Eskilson
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Description
A classic and indispensable account of graphic design history from the Industrial Revolution to the present Now in its third edition, this acclaimed survey explores the evolution of graphic design from the nineteenth century to the present day. Following an exploration of design's prehistory in ancient civilizations through the Industrial Revolution, author Stephen J. Eskilson argues that modern design as we know it grew out of the influence of Victorian-age reformers. He traces the emergence of modernist design styles in the early twentieth century, examining the wartime politicization of regional styles. Richly contextualized chapters chronicle the history of the Bauhaus and the rise of the International Style in the 1950s and '60s, and the postmodern movement of the 1970s and '80s. Contemporary considerations bring the third edition up to date, with discussions of app design, social media, emojis, big data visualization, and the use of animated graphics in film and television. The contemporary phenomenon of the citizen designer, professionals who address societal issues either through or in addition to their commercial work, is also addressed, highlighting protagonists like Bruce Mau and the Center for Urban Pedagogy. This edition also features forty-five additional images, an expanded introduction and epilogue, and revised text throughout. A newly redesigned interior reinforces the fresh contents of this now-classic volume.
Product Details
Price
$60.00
Publisher
Yale University Press
Publish Date
May 21, 2019
Pages
472
Dimensions
9.1 X 11.7 X 1.6 inches | 5.55 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9780300233285
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Stephen J. Eskilson is professor of art at Eastern Illinois University.
Reviews
"One of the best accounts of the history of graphic design from the late 19th century to the present currently published in English."--Choice --Choice