For students passionate about design, the following books spark curiosity and explain design principles and the importance of ethics in this field.
Graphic Design Rants and Raves: Bon Mots on Persuasion, Entertainment, Education, Culture and Practice
by Steven Heller
The book is a collection of thought-provoking essays about the role of graphic design in society, from its cultural to political impact.
How to be a Graphic Designer Without Losing Your Soul
by Adrian Shaughnessy
The book offers practical advice for aspiring graphic designers, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities in the design field while maintaining their values and integrity.
Ruined by Design: How Designers Destroyed the World, and What We Can Do to Fix It
by Mike Monteiro
Monteiro discuses the social, environmental, and ethical impacts of design and urges designers to use their skills for a positive impact on the world.
Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things That Nobody Told You About Being Creative
by Austin Kleon
The book offers a fresh perspective on embracing influence, experimentation, and collaboration in their creative pursuits.
The Design of Everyday Things
by Don Norman
Don Norman explores user-centered design principles while keeping the importance of usability, functionality, and human psychology in mind.
For interest in other subject areas, read our summer reading list on architecture, art, business and management, computer science, engineering, environment, history, law, medicine, performing arts, science and technology, and sports management.
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