Book Description

"An essential guide to information design exploring the

importance of mapping and the visual language of location and direction,

plus spatial and structural relationships." Computer Bookshops (UK)

Maps and charts are needed by both businesses and society in order to make

complicated information and data comprehensible. The art of mapping has

therefore become one of the core graphic design practices. However, very

little literature exists on this subject and the few books available fail

to address all the issues involved. Mapping offers a comprehensive study of

all areas of cartography from nautical charts to subway systems, from web

sites to calendars. Featuring in-depth essays by Paul Stiff, a UK-based

information design specialist, this book will be welcomed by professional

graphic/information design students and design students everywhere.

About the Author

Roger Fawcett-Tang is a graphic designer and founder of

internationally renowned Struktur Design. He has written/designed many

books for RotoVision, including the new Experimental Formats & Packaging.

William Owen is a former design journalist and editor on many respected

design publications, including I.D., and Eye. He is now a consultant on

design, branding and technology issues.