Reinventing the Wheel |
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Author:
| Helfland, Jessica |
ISBN: | 978-1-56898-338-7 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2002 |
Publisher: | Princeton Architectural Press
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | AUD $42.95 |
Book Description:
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Information wheels have been used since the 14th century to measure, record, predict and calculate everything from time and space to military history and recipes. This book offers an in-depth look at these unique artefacts, from Captain Marvel phonetic decoders to astronomical planispheres. Reinventing the Wheel demonstrates the range and utility of these ingenious tools, a relevant model for modern interactive design.
Information wheels have been used since the 14th century to measure, record, predict and calculate everything from time and space to military history and recipes. This book offers an in-depth look at these unique artefacts, from Captain Marvel phonetic decoders to astronomical planispheres. Reinventing the Wheel demonstrates the range and utility of these ingenious tools, a relevant model for modern interactive design.