This book brings together the work of Iris Alba (1935–1993), a designer and art director from Buenos Aires who shaped the editorial landscape in Argentina, Latin America, and Spain through her electric book cover design. More than a visual archive, it offers a focused look at her contribution to the publishing world and her role in defining a distinct visual language within Latin American design.

In the words of Ellen Lupton: “Pulled together into a collection, Iris Alba’s paperbacks tell a bigger story about a singular artist, the business of publishing, and the impact of Latin American design”.

Prologue by: Ellen Lupton
Edited by: Leandro Castelao, Francisco Roca
With contributions by: Emiliano Bustos, Francisco Roca, Verónica Devalle, Carla Sarli, Gloria López Llovet, Max Rompo, Mario Blanco.

Specifications:

• Hardcover with foil on colored paper

• Bilingual edition (English / Spanish)

• Size: 8” W x 13" H (210 × 340 mm)

• 176 pages in two different paper stocks

• 3 PMS inks throughout