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One of the most exciting periods in design history took place in the Netherlands between the two World Wars. This volume records the era that brought de Stijl and new typography to the forefront of the design world. Illustrations and discussion demonstrate how developments during this period led to current Dutch graphic design language. Individual designers of the time such as Werkman, Zwart and Schuitema are discussed in terms of their relevance to the rest of the design world. Influences of Dadaism, Futurism and Constructivism are also explored.