Theo Deutinger's 'All About U.S.' Visualizes 250 Years of American History
Theo Deutinger, an Austrian architect and spatial scientist, has published 'All About U.S.' with Lars Müller Publishers, offering an infographic overview of 250 years of American history. As the head of The Department, Deutinger perceives U.S. history as both disturbing and reassuring, emphasizing the harsh realities of slavery alongside stories of resilience. The book features collages showcasing America's milestones, diagrams detailing flag stars, city block dimensions, the transatlantic slave trade, income disparity, and cultural impact. It also incorporates humor through contrasts of DC Comics superheroes and critiques of the military-industrial complex. Deutinger views this work as a European birthday gift, expressing hope that the U.S. can still realize the ideals of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Key facts
- Theo Deutinger is the author of 'All About U.S.'
- The book is published by Lars Müller Publishers
- It covers 250 years of U.S. history through infographics
- Deutinger is the founder of The Department, an office for spatial science, urban planning, architecture, and curation
- Previous titles include 'Joy and Fear', 'Handbook of Tyranny', and 'Ultimate Atlas'
- The book includes sections on military-industrial complex, gun ownership, and cultural influence
- It is intended as a birthday gift from Europe to the U.S.
- Deutinger is Austrian
- Graphics include presidents' childhood homes, state flags, city blocks, McDonald's beverages, and cost of the American Dream
Entities
Artists
- Theo Deutinger
Institutions
- The Department
- Lars Müller Publishers
- DC Comics
Locations
- United States
- Austria