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Meggs' History of Graphic Design by Philip B. Meggs (Hardcover - John Wiley & Sons Inc)
 

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Meggs' History of Graphic Design by Philip B. Meggs (Hardcover - John Wiley & Sons Inc)
In its debut edition in 1983, A History of Graphic Design received accolades from the Association of American Publishers as a publishing landmark. Now in its Fourth Edition, this unrivaled, seminal work continues its long tradition of providing balanced insight and thorough historical background. Widely accepted as the most authoritative book of its kind, this enlightening Fourth Edition offers more than 450 new images, along with expansive coverage of such topics as Italian, Russian, and Dutch design.

Under the new authorial leadership of Alston Purvis, A History of Graphic Design, Fourth Edition offers hundreds of full-color images supported by the latest information, including a new chapter on modern type design. With more than 1,000 illustrations, lucid text, and interpretive captions, this Fourth Edition reveals a saga of creative innovators, breakthrough technologies, and important design innovations.

Graphic design is a vital component of each culture and period in human history, and this Fourth Edition was carefully reviewed and updated to best represent the work of particular time periods and designers. This edition's historic account is an extraordinary panorama of people and events, including:
* The Invention of Writing and Alphabets
* Medieval Manuscript Books
* The Origins of Printing and Typography
* Renaissance Graphic Design
* The Arts and Crafts Movement
* Victorian and Art Nouveau Graphics
* Modern Art and Its Impact on Design
* Visual Identity and Conceptual Images
* Postmodern Design
* The Computer Graphics Revolution

A History of Graphic Design, Fourth Edition surpasses in detail and breadth the content, design, and color reproduction of previous editions. Professionals, students, and everyone who works with or loves the world of graphic design will quickly find this reference tool is an invaluable visual survey that they will turn to again and again.

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History Of Architecture by Spiro Kostof (Paperback - Oxford Univ Pr)
 

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History Of Architecture by Spiro Kostof (Paperback - Oxford Univ Pr)
Pulls together the work of a multitude of scholars into a workable synthesis that will be of value to college students who are just becoming acquainted with the area of study...Kostof has achieved a synthesis of sound scholarship, up-to-date interpretation, and excellent analysis for which he and his publisher are to be congratulated.

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Drafting And Design For Architecture by Donald E. Hepler (Hardcover - Delmar Pub)
 

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Drafting And Design For Architecture by Donald E. Hepler (Hardcover - Delmar Pub)
This textbook is a comprehensive book designed for use in a first course in architectural design, construction, and drafting. It is concise and clearly written to help students learn the fundamental concepts and skills necessary for architectural planning, designing, and drawing. Special features such as related math and science features are highlighted and emphasized.

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Castles by Sidney Toy (Paperback - Dover Pubns)
 

Castles by Sidney Toy (Paperback - Dover Pubns)

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Castles by Sidney Toy (Paperback - Dover Pubns)
Traces castle development from ancient roots. Nearly 200 photographs and drawings illustrate moats, keeps, baileys, many other features. Caerravon Dover Castles, Hadrian's Wall, Tower of London, dozens more.

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More Craftsman Homes by Gustav Stickley (Paperback - Dover Pubns)
 

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More Craftsman Homes by Gustav Stickley (Paperback - Dover Pubns)
Here, in three hundred forty-five crisp black-and-white illustrations, are 78 authentic Mission style dwellings. floor plans, elevations, comments, more.

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How to Work With an Architect by Gerald Lee Morosco (Paperback - Gibbs Smith)
 

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How to Work With an Architect by Gerald Lee Morosco (Paperback - Gibbs Smith)
Focusing primarily on single-family residential design, a presentation of how to collaborate with an architect to build a home begins with what an architect is and how he or she can help you, and offers a brief history of the profession, philosophies, state licensing boards, a directory of Taliesin fellows, a step-by-step planning checklist, and more. Original.

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Styles of Ornament by A. Speltz (Paperback - Dover Pubns)
 

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Styles of Ornament by A. Speltz (Paperback - Dover Pubns)
Largest collection of decorated artifacts, all in line: prehistoric, Egyptian, Islamic, Baroque, Victorian, other areas, times. 1115 illustrations.

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A Guide to Smithsonian Architecture by Heather Ewing (Paperback - Smithsonian Inst Pr)
 

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A Guide to Smithsonian Architecture by Heather Ewing (Paperback - Smithsonian Inst Pr)
A tour of the structurally relevant buildings comprising the Smithsonian reveals how they represent key historical periods as well as the works of major architects; in an accessibly priced reference that includes coverage of the National Mall and is complemented by behind-the-scenes anecdotes and black-and-white photography. Original.

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