The Substance of Style

In today's world, making things look good is a growth industry, whether it's sleek leather pants, a shiny new Apple computer, or a toaster. In this penetrating "New York Times" Notable Book, Postrel shows that the allure of "look and feel" is both strong and disquieting.

Virginia Postrel writes an economics column for the New York Times. She lives in Dallas, Texas

Preface	p. ix
The Aesthetic Imperative	p. 1
The Rise of Look and Feel	p. 34
Surface and Substance	p. 66
Meaningful Looks	p. 93
The Boundaries of Design	p. 122
Smart and Pretty	p. 164
Notes	p. 193
Acknowledgments	p. 229
Index	p. 233
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