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Design Category
Book design, 2006
Design firm
John Gall Graphic Design (New York, New York)
Collection
(2007) 50 Books/50 Covers of 2006

Description

This book documents the history of baseball in Japan through the country’s uniquely beautiful baseball cards.

Credits
Designers: John Gall, Chin Yee Lai
Jacket designer: John Gall
Photographer: Simon Lee
Authors: Gary Engel, John Gall
Editor: Steve Mockus
Trim size: 6.75 x 10 inches
Pages: 192
Quantity printed: 10,000
Typefaces: Elephant, Hoefler New, Knockout, Vitrina
Publisher/client: Chronicle Books
Juror Notes

“Tasteful, understated design that allows the subject matter to be seen at its best.”