“The book designer strives for perfection; yet every perfect thing lives somewhere in the neighborhood of dullness and is frequently mistaken for it by the insensitive.”
Quote by Jan Tschichold
Work
The form of the book: essays on the morality of good design
This book delves into the philosophical and ethical considerations surrounding the practice of design, examining how good design can contribute to the betterment of society. more
Author
Jan Tschichold
Jan Tschichold was a Swiss writer, publisher, and design theorist of German birth. His career spanned various fields including book design, graphic design, and typography. Tschichold is renowned for his contributions to modern design, particularly in the mid-20th century, where his reforms in book design had a profound impact on the design community. more
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