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The Non-Designer's Design Book Paperback – 12 February 2008

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A lot has happened in the world of digital design since the first edition of this title was published, but one thing remains true: There is an ever-growing number of people attempting to design pages with no formal training. This book is the one place they can turn to find quick, non-intimidating, excellent design help from trusted design instructor Robin Williams. This revised classic--now in full color--includes a new section on the hot topic of Color itself. In The Non-Designer's Design Book,3rd Edition, Robin turns her attention to the basic principles that govern good design. Readers who follow her clearly explained concepts will produce more sophisticated and professional pages immediately. Humor-infused, jargon-free prose interspersed with design exercises, quizzes, and illustrations make learning a snap--which is just what audiences have come to expect from this best-selling author.
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    12 February 2008
  6. Part of series
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  7. Language
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    17.78 x 1.27 x 25.4 cm
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A lot has happened in the world of digital design since the first edition of this title was published, but one thing remains true: There is an ever-growing number of people attempting to design pages with no formal training. This book is the one place they can turn to find quick, non-intimidating, excellent design help from trusted design instructor Robin Williams. This revised classic--now in full color--includes a new section on the hot topic of Color itself. In The Non-Designer's Design Book,3rd Edition, Robin turns her attention to the basic principles that govern good design. Readers who follow her clearly explained concepts will produce more sophisticated and professional pages immediately. Humor-infused, jargon-free prose interspersed with design exercises, quizzes, and illustrations make learning a snap--which is just what audiences have come to expect from this best-selling author.

About the Author

Robin Williams is the author of dozens of best-selling and award-winning books, including The Non-Designer's Design Book, The Non-Designer's Type Book, The Little Mac Book, Robin Williams Mac OS X Book, Robin Williams Design Workshop, and Web Design Workshop. Through her writing, teaching, and seminars, Robin has influenced a generation of computer users in the areas of design, typography, the Mac, desktop publishing, and the Web.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0321534042
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Peachpit Press; 3rd edition (12 February 2008)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 216 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780321534040
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0321534040
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 17.78 x 1.27 x 25.4 cm
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Robin Williams spent twenty-five years writing computer and design books and was one of the top three best-selling computer book authors in the world. But the world changed and no one bought computer books anymore, so she went to London and formalized her long study of Shakespeare with an M.A. and Ph.D. in Shakespeare studies. Her M.A. is in Shakespearean authorship and her doctorate is on the history (and future) of reading Shakespeare out loud and in community.

Her particular interest is in Shakespeare reading groups, where adults read the plays aloud and talk about them along the way. Robin has been involved in Shakespeare reading groups for almost two decades, during which time she developed a list of design features for play texts specifically for reading groups. Her doctorate research includes the editorial practice of publishing Shakespeare over the past four hundred years. This research, combined with her design skills, visual communication skills, knowledge of Shakespearean language, and familiarity with the needs of reading groups coalesced in the Readers’ Editions of the plays.

Numerous Shakespeare reading groups have told Robin they choose which play to read based on which play is now in the Readers’ Editions. Interestingly, high school drama teachers have also found these editions more useful than any other. University professors have found them the most satisfying for their students. And directors have found them to be the most efficient texts to use for actors, with plenty of room on the pages for notes.

For more information about Shakespeare reading groups and how to start one of your own, please see www.iReadShakespeare.org.

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JARA
5.0 out of 5 stars imprescindible
Reviewed in Spain on 3 August 2017
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En cuanto al libro, es de un contenido imprescindible para quienes elaborar diapositivas de buena calidad, útiles, claras, aprovechando al máximo los recursos que este material ofrece.
En cuanto a la entrega, ha sido la peor que he recibido hasta ahora. Forzaron meterlo en el buzón dañándose parte del lomo al introducirlo y al lograr sacarlo con enorme dificultad para evitar males mayores. Salvo los daños causados por esta razón el libro estaba ne muy buen estado
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Jackie Allen
5.0 out of 5 stars The best book for new print or web designers
Reviewed in Canada on 22 November 2015
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The best book for new print or web designers! Explains basic concepts in plain language with examples...Now when I see something I like or don't like I can see why it works (or doesn't) and have the language to tell why. Lots of visual example and "before and after" pics.
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Lisa
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book for beginners and experts
Reviewed in the United States on 29 November 2013
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I purchased the Kindle version of this book, and I can't express how much I love it. I'm a Mass Comm student with a graphic designer job, and I wanted to learn more about design. When I stumbled upon this book I knew I had to have it. I know now why people rave so much about WIlliams and her books. I've learned so much from this book in so little time. She explains things simply but thoroughly. She provides LOTS of examples to help you visualize what she's writing about (perfect for us artsy people who learn best visually). She reiterates her lessons to remind you of them throughout the different sections of the book. This book made me so excited about learning, and that's a lot to say of anything nowadays. WIlliams even provides little self-quizzes throughout the book; what a smart touch. What I would like to boast most about of this book is the fact that it teaches awareness. You may read some of these lessons and think to yourself "well, duh, I already do that," and that's great. WIlliams will teach you WHY you do these things and how to recognize their benefits so you repeat them in the future. She will thoroughly explain concepts that are new to you as well, describing how, why, when, and where to use them. This book has a nice balance of "do's" and "don'ts". Great for those who want to brush up on their skills or for beginners. Very easy to follow and understand. WIlliams writes with clarity, ease, and lightheartedness. Definitely recommending.
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Matteo Garza
5.0 out of 5 stars Utile per gli estemporanei
Reviewed in Italy on 10 October 2014
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Conquistato dalle recensioni di questo libro, l'ho acquistato per le mie campagne di marketing estemporanee.
Ho notato un aumento della qualità delle mie creazioni.

Il libro è di piacevole lettura (nonostante l'inglese a volte gergale), non molto grande e con molti esempi.

Manca solo qualche consiglio psicologico in più sui colori, per il resto è molto carino, molto approfondito in particolar modo sull'utilizzo dei font (dimensione, colori, grazie...)

Consigliato!
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Amazonien
4.0 out of 5 stars Très intéressant
Reviewed in France on 5 August 2013
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J'ai mis 4 étoiles car j'aurais aimé avoir plus d'exemples.
État impeccable.
J'aime le concept « before and after » comme le fait John McWade (et dommage qu'il n'y avait pas davantage d'exemples de ce genre). Le livre se dévore facilement et rapidement.
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