Explores the many ways a single subject can be visualized.
Originally published in 1956, this is perhaps the most sought-after for children. It is a sculptural poem. The pages are made of layered, translucent paper (like tracing paper) and black card stock. As you turn the page, a small white dot becomes a glowworm, which becomes a cat’s eye, which becomes a train’s headlight piercing the blackness. bruno munari book
Bruno Munari was a titan of Italian design who viewed books not just as containers for information, but as physical, interactive objects. His work spans from practical design philosophy to experimental tactile "pre-books" for children. 🎨 Design Philosophy & Theory Explores the many ways a single subject can be visualized
His seminal work exploring how designers should approach objects. which becomes a cat’s eye