Pentagram Papers 33: The Slide Rule Vanishes by Lance Knobel (2004) Rare OOP
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A highly collectible copy of Pentagram Papers 33: “The slide rule vanishes” by Lance Knobel, published in 2004 by the renowned international design consultancy Pentagram.
Why This Booklet is Highly Collectible:
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- Exclusive, Limited Distribution: Pentagram Papers are privately published, limited-edition booklets sent exclusively to clients and friends of the firm. They were never made available for general commercial sale, making them exceptionally rare and sought after by design enthusiasts.
- Fascinating Subject Matter: This 22-page booklet explores the history, intricate design, and ultimate cultural obsolescence of the mechanical slide rule—the calculation tool that powered engineering before the digital calculator.
- Premium Design Object: Like all entries in the Pentagram Papers series, this booklet is highly prized for its exceptional typography, layout, curated imagery, and premium production quality. It is a true collector’s item for graphic designers, historians, and mathematical tool collectors alike.
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