Graphic Design Handbook

"The Graphic Design Handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse body of knowledge that graphic designers must know to successfully solve everyday challenges. Hundreds of ideas and examples in the volume illustrate the basic principles that are essential for effective design work. The revised and expanded second edition of the book, which was first published in English seven years ago and has been a constant success since then, deals in detail with the compositional aspects of page design, the issues of using images and illustrations, the use of color, typography, and the visual aspects of perception, storytelling, and interpretation; and how we can combine all of these for effective communication. In addition to discussing the basic principles of graphic design more thoroughly than ever before, the book also shows how we can break the rules without compromising communication or confusing the recipient."