I am especially happy and honoured that four experts on the history of information graphics have contributed to my upcoming book: David Rumsey, Michael Friendly, Michael Stoll, and Scott Klein. This post is a preview of their individual chapters…
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New Book: “The History of Information Graphics” (June 2019)
In the age of digital distribution, when news travels ever further and faster and media outlets compete for a fleeting … More
Preview: The Early Modern Age in Infographics (June 2019)o
With the early modern age in Europe began a long-term process of intellectual development that brought with it an increasing appreciation of individual expertise as compared to the authority of traditional knowledge. Intellectual culture began to be shaped more and more by thinkers and artists who were devoted to the “study of reality”…
Preview: The 19th Century in Infographics (June 2019)
In the 19th century there was tremendous growth in the use of information graphics, such that by the end of the century a natural proliferation of maps and diagrams can be noted across many areas of media culture…
Preview: The 20th Century in Infographics (June 2019)
My new book with art & design publisher TASCHEN looks at the incredibly rich history of infographics and data visualisation, tracing … More
