Isms: A Typographic Book of Theories.
Pasadena: Archetype Press, 2002. Quarto. (41)ff. One of 60 copies. Printed in a variety of styles and using a variety of methods, this compilation of "isms" and ideologies provides highly visual humor and insight into topics ranging from ageism to materialism to conspiracy theories to the authoritarian tactics of the Chinese government. Particular emphasis is granted to sexism, expressed in pages on penis envy, the double standards levied on women, especially if pregnant, and the societally imposed coping belief that "My man is different." A student production supervised by Gloria Kondrup and Heidrun Mumper-Drumm at the Art Center College for Design, the book embodies the youthful penchant for cynicism while leaving room for serious study. Creativity of typography, illustration, and paper manipulation begs expansive consciousness of the probable and improbable, highlighting theories as ultimately subjective, and more than occasionally incorrect. Bound by Alice Vaughn in uncovered boards backed in black cloth, and with title stamped in red and two ribbon ties. Mild bumps to corners, else fine. Item #31265
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