Bruno Munari Book order

Originally published in 1956, In the Darkness of the Night is a timeless must- have for Munari fans, designers, bibliophiles, and lovers of exceptional book design.

Il quadrato A1960 Bruno Munari. First English edition by Maurizio Corraini s.r.l. 2005. Il cerchio A1964 Bruno Munari. First English edition by Maurizio Corraini s.r.l. 2006. Il triangolo A1976 Bruno Munari. First English edition by Maurizio Corraini s.r.l. 2007.

The Italians are the masters of speaking with their hands: think of a taxi driver in Rome stuck in traffic or a village gossip spreading the tale of a cuckolded husband. Bruno Munari's little handbook will help you decipher this language of gestures, an unspoken language you won't find in any dictionary.

“Postcards reinvented "personalized” through games of cuts, inserts, reconstructions with funny notes in the margin.“

How do we see the world around us? The Penguin on Design series includes the works of creative thinkers whose writings on art, design and the media have changed our vision forever. Bruno Munari was among the most inspirational designers of all time, described by Picasso as �the new Leonardo�. Munari insisted that design be beautiful, functional and accessible, and this enlightening and highly entertaining book sets out his ideas about visual, graphic and industrial design and the role it plays in the objects we use everyday. Lamps, road signs, typography, posters, children�s books, advertising, cars and chairs � these are just some of the subjects to which he turns his illuminating gaze.

Bruno Munari investigates the design elements of the square and its use in designs as diverse as churches, monuments, games and fonts. He investigates the meaning of the square as the idea of enclosure, home and settlement as well as the interesting permutations that can be achieved from the monotonous repetition of four sides.

“God is a circle whose centre is everywhere but whose circumference is nowhere”. Circle means perfection, cyclicity, superiority of the divinity, but also instability and movement. In nature soap bubbles are spherical and internal trees’ rings are circular; the legend tells that Giotto drew a perfect O, while perfection is tangible on Michelangelo’s “Tondo Doni” and Botticelli’s “Vergine col Bambino”. King Arthur’s knights were pairs around a round table, and nowadays people sit in circle to make a decision or watch a show. Bruno Munari selects and describes in this little, extraordinary encyclopedia, several uses of this fascinating and mysterious form, instable and hieratic at the same time.

In this imaginative ABC, acclaimed artist, designer and children's author, Bruno Munari shows how fun letters can be. From an Ant on an Apple to a Blue Butterfly to a Cat in a Cage, Munari pairs words in whimsical ways until Fly frees itself from its page, lands on the Hat, buzzes near the Ice Cream and provides the final sound for Zzzzz.

Exploring creativity in the garden, the book showcases innovative ways to use vegetable parts, like radicchio stalks, as stamps for artistic expression. Readers will find guidance on transforming various vegetables, including irises, peppers, and tomatoes, into unique stamps, encouraging a playful interaction with gardening. This approach not only highlights the beauty of vegetables but also inspires readers to see their gardens as a source of artistic materials.

This guide offers a fun and lively approach to drawing the sun, encouraging creativity and self-expression. It features engaging techniques and tips that cater to artists of all skill levels, making it accessible for beginners while also providing inspiration for more experienced creators. With a focus on playful styles and vibrant colors, readers are invited to explore various artistic interpretations of the sun, fostering a joyful and imaginative drawing experience.