Stephen Savage's 'Wide Load on the Road' Blends Data Viz and Midcentury Graphics
Stephen Savage's latest children's book, 'Wide Load on the Road: A Big Red Truck's Journey,' published by Macmillan, operates on multiple levels: as data visualization, a mystery, and a typographic exploration. The book follows a flatbed truck carrying oversized loads, using sweeping vistas and dynamic layouts inspired by Midcentury travel graphics. Savage, known for simple yet conceptually rich books on trucks, moonlight, signs, and pumpkins, continues his thematic series with this work.
Key facts
- Stephen Savage is the author and illustrator.
- The book is titled 'Wide Load on the Road: A Big Red Truck's Journey'.
- It is published by Macmillan.
- The book functions as data visualization, mystery, and typographic study.
- Savage cites Midcentury travel graphics as a major inspiration.
- The book features a flatbed truck carrying oversized loads.
- Savage's previous books cover trucks, moonlight, signs, and pumpkins.
- The book is aimed at young children but appeals to adults.
Entities
Artists
- Stephen Savage
Institutions
- Macmillan
- PRINT Magazine