The Visual History of Type (Hardcover)

The Visual History of Type is a comprehensive, detailed survey of the major typefaces produced since the advent of printing with movable type in the mid-fifteenth century to the present day. Arranged chronologically to provide context, more than 320 typefaces are displayed in the form of their original type specimens or earliest printing. Each entry is supported by a brief history and description of key characteristics of the typeface. This book will be the definitive publication in its field, appealing to graphic designers, educators, historians and design students. It will also be a significant resource for professional type designers and students of type.

General

Imprint:	Laurence King Publishing
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2017
Authors:	Paul McNeil
Dimensions:	299 x 246 x 59mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	672
ISBN-13:	978-1-78067-976-1
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Industrial / commercial art & design > Typography
LSN:	1-78067-976-9
Barcode:	9781780679761

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Thu, 19 Jul 2018 | Review by: Jed S.

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