Twenty-some years ago, we found ourselves in awe of how computers and the internet changed so many aspects of life. Just when we thought technology had reached its peak, we were also blithely aware ...

With more than 2,500 bold illustrations, the new book “History of Graphic Design, Vol. 1, 1890-1959” (Taschen, $70) showcases advertising, packaging and branding over the decades. The collection ...