Now in a completely new and updated edition, this introduction to the development of modern (and postmodern) design is ideal for undergraduate students. Divided into four parts, the book covers the major periods in design culture since the start of the twentieth century, beginning by examining the f[...]

This extensively illustrated book presents the astrophysics of galaxies since their beginnings in the early Universe. It has been thoroughly revised to take into account the most recent observational data, and recent discoveries such as dark energy. There are new sections on galaxy clusters, gamma r[...]

An Introduction to Globalization is a major textbook on globalization designed specifically for introductory courses, actively encouraging students to engage with the topic and develop informed opinions about controversial debates.[...]

"Designing the Modern Interior" reveals how the design of the inside spaces of our homes and public buildings is shaped by and shapes our modern culture.
The modern interior has often been narrowly defined by the minimalist work of elite, reforming architects. But a shared modernising impulse, e[...]

Bilen är en av 1900-talets mest betydelsefulla ikoner och utvecklingen av dess formspråk har varit häpnadsväckande. Form och funktion har alltid avspeglat samhällets förändringar och teknikens landvinningar. Upphovsmännen bakom Citroën 2CV gav formgivarna i uppdrag att skapa en bil som kund[...]