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A History of Graphic Design, 3rd Edition [Hardcover]

Philip Meggs (Author)
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A significant attempt at a comprehensive history of graphic design...it will be an eye-opener not only for general readers, but for designers who have been unaware of their legacy. -- The New York Times

With this book, Meggs made it easier for designers to envision their work in terms of history. The final pages of each edition attempt to put young designers into historical context, perhaps before their influence can be accurately assessed. Although some may argue that it's an effort to control history rather than report it, this book makes for a lively debate. A History of Graphic Design, now in its third edition, stands as a monumental contribution to the field. -- Critique Magazine, Pamela Williams, Spring 1997

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Critical acclaim for previous editions of A History of Graphic Design 'I expect it to become a foundation and keystone of serious study. . . it is a fortress work. ' -Communication Arts '[It] traces the role of the designer as a messenger of culture. ' -STA Journal 'Now. . . a hefty, yet concise, documentation of the entire field exists. ' -Print 'It is a noble and formidable undertaking. ' -he Artist's Magazine 'An excellent and invaluable work. ' -Library Journal 'This is a reference work that reads like a novel. Its comprehensive, authoritative, graphic, and exciting. ' -U this Third Edition surpasses in detail and breadth the content, design, and color reproduction of previous editions. It is required reading for professionals, students, and everyone who works with or loves the world of graphic design. This comprehensive reference tool is an invaluable visual survey that you will turn to again and again.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A Happy Purchase, Feb 12 2012
This review is from: A History of Graphic Design, 3rd Edition (Hardcover)
Despite of the publishing date ( 3rd Ed. ) the book looks quite new, also shipping time was acceptable, took around 2 weeks.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Bible, Jan 20 2005
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This review is from: A History of Graphic Design, 3rd Edition (Hardcover)
I had to buy this book for my History of Visual Communication class. And being a Graphic Design student the price made me take a step back before buying it but i dont regret it one bit. Excellent texts and pictures. Very good to get reference and research.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A History of Graphic Design by Philip Meggs, Feb 8 2004
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Bernita J McGoldrick (Shirley, NY United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: A History of Graphic Design, 3rd Edition (Hardcover)
I am a student of Graphic Design, and was assigned this book as a supplementary text for my class of the History of Graphic Design. I am impressed with his well-written and considerable text as well as accompanying pictures. This is is a well-researched and thorough compilation of information which starts at 6000BC. I would consider this to be the bible to any graphic design student.
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