# Nike: Better is Temporary — Illustrated Design Book

Illustrated Book: Nike: Better is Temporary is a visual survey of Nike’s design history and approach to innovation. Its five thematic chapters cover performance, brand expression, collaboration, inclusive design and sustainability, with 500 colour illustrations and a bonus chapter on colour.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
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- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Books & Comics
- Price: 50.27 GBP
- Previous price: 69.95 GBP
- Discount: 28%
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- Rating: 4.8 / 5
- Reviews: 313

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## At a glance

- The book traces Nike’s development from an upstart to a global company, according to the listing.
- Five thematic chapters address performance, brand expression, collaboration, inclusive design and sustainability.
- Includes 500 colour illustrations, stories and previously unpublished designs and prototypes, as described in the listing.
- The cover design features layered colours and an image of marathoner Eliud Kipchoge.

## Pros

- Combines visual material with company history and design-focused themes.
- Its 320-page format and large listed dimensions suit readers looking for an illustrated book rather than a brief overview.

## Specifications

### Publication
- Publisher: Phaidon Press
- Publication date: 25 Jan. 2021
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 320 pages
- ISBN-13: 978-1838660512
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions: 23.18 x 3.81 x 31.43 cm
- Weight listed: 2.48 kg

## A good fit for

- Readers interested in Nike’s design history and company story.
- Design and fashion enthusiasts seeking a richly illustrated reference book.
- A gift for someone interested in sportswear, branding or product innovation.

## Less suited to

- Readers looking for a practical guide to buying or caring for Nike products.
- Anyone seeking a short, lightweight book. The listed weight is 2.48 kg.

## Customer feedback

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## Frequently asked questions

### What subjects does Nike: Better is Temporary cover?
The listing describes five themes: performance, brand expression, collaboration, inclusive design and sustainability, alongside Nike’s history and design work.
### How many pages and illustrations are listed?
The book is listed as 320 pages and the description states that it contains 500 colour illustrations.
### Is this book in English?
Yes. The listed language is English.

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## Images

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