Reprint Karel MartensKarel Martens
This is an incredible overview of Martens work and approach to teaching design, over the course of his 54 year career.
Only What's Necessary: Charles M. Schulz and the Art of PeanutsChip KIdd
Written by Chip Kidd, who also designed the book and the perfect cover, which illustrates the title so well, this volume is a beautiful tribute and testament to the genius that is Charles Schulz.
Bob Dylan: All the SongsPhilippe Margotin
The subtitle is The Story Behind Every Track, and they mean it.
The Story of the Lost ChildElena Ferrante
This is the fourth novel in the wonderful Neopolitan trilogy. I know that doesn’t make sense, but it doesn’t matter. Start with the first one and you’ll be ready for this fourth one, published in September, in no time. She is like a modern day Jane Austen crossed with JK Rowling.
How ToMichael Bierut
Michael Bierut’s monograph is a testament to his talent, intelligence, humanity, and humor. It should be required reading for young (and less young) designers.
Experimental Jetset, Statement and CounterstatementExperimental Jetset
This collection of work by the Dutch design studio is a joy to behold.
Every Person in New YorkJason Polan
Jason Polan’s quirky drawings and musings about the people in our city is the perfect antidote to the Humans of New York series. And Kristin Wiig wrote the foreword.
GratitudeOliver Sacks
Sacks’ brilliant essays about going and dying will make you feel more alive than ever before.
Map: Exploring the WorldVictoria Clarke
A simply gorgeous book for the map obsessive in your life, which may be you.
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