Visual Aid: Stuff you’ve forgotten, things you never thought you knew and lessons you didn’t quite get around to learning – is the brainchild of Draught Associates Limited, a graphic design company based in London. Since September 2008 this book has gone onto sell over 60,000 copies worldwide. To add to that, the second title in the series: You Can Never Know Enough, was released in 2009 and has now sold over 35,000 copies worldwide.

“There are times in your life when you find yourself pondering basic general knowledge questions and your gaps in information. So, if you’ve passed through education and still find yourself asking “Where’s your liver?” or “What beats a full house in poker?” and are too embarrassed to ask, this book can help. Visual Aid provides the answers to the little questions in life in a simple colourful and engaging way. Included are: colour wheels, universal flags, star constellations, correct tablesettings, how reflexology works, the Italian wine regions, how to tie a knot, how to use chopsticks, sign language, morse code and many more. This eclectic collection of illustrations and diagrams will get you up to speed on life’s basics, without the need for extensive reading–or even your utmost attention. In a small, handy format this accessible guide is perfect for anyone with an interest in visual stimuli or a thirst for general knowledge.”

These books are a refreshing take on digestible information, created in a fun, playful and colourful way. A must have coffee table book in any home or inspiration book in any studio! The graphics in these books have since been printed as posters and both are available on their website: http://www.visualaid-shop.com/index.php