The book Grid Systems in Graphic Design: A Visual Communication Manual for Graphic Designers, Typographers and Three‑Dimensional Designers by Josef Müller‑Brockmann is a definitive exploration of layout structure in graphic design, offering rigorous insight into the use of grid systems across print and three‑dimensional media. It presents clear guidelines for constructing and applying modular frameworks—ranging from 8 to 32 fields—to organise visual information with precision and clarity. The bilingual German and English edition delivers both theoretical depth and a wide range of practical examples, making complex principles accessible to designers and educators alike. With its large format and carefully composed layout, the book itself exemplifies disciplined design at work. Although originally published in 1981, this edition remains foundational, influencing generations of typographers and designers. It addresses not only how to build grids but why they exist—connecting visual structure to meaning, hierarchy and readability. Filled with visual diagrams, case studies and annotated layouts, it serves as both reference and inspiration on the bookshelf. While geared toward serious professionals, students and enthusiasts will also find the curated content immensely valuable. Its enduring relevance lies in the universal need for order in visual communication, no matter the medium. In short: this book is not merely a manual—it stands as a masterwork of design thinking and typographic discipline.