Ruder typography Ruder philosophy

Collection of the world-famous typographer and graphic designer, Emil Ruder (1914-1970), who played a key role in the development of graphic design in the 1940s and 50s.
Emil Ruder was a typographer and graphic designer who played a key role in the development of modern graphic design in the 1940s and 50s in Basel, Switzerland. It is the first collection on a worldwide level of this towering figure in Swiss graphic design showcasing his art, influence, and legacy in the world of typography and beyond. Ruder typography Ruder philosophy contains essays, discussions, and commentary from fellow designers, typographers, and artists. This extraordinary and comprehensive presentation of Ruder's life and works are edited by his disciple, Helmut Schmid, who inherits Ruder's spirit and virtues. It is a timeless book of typography with soul.