The Printers' Guide (Classic Reprint): Or, an Introduction to the Art of Printing, Including an Essay on Punctuation, and Remarks on Orthography - Couverture souple
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Practical guidance for printers and readers of the age
This edition collects practical material on punctuation, orthography, and the craft of printing. It presents usable rules, exercises, and commentary drawn from classic printers’ works to help apprentices and journeymen improve accuracy, speed, and consistency in their work. The book also frames how grammar and punctuation support clear, correct type and copy, with notes on preparing proofs and shaping pages.
Inside you’ll find tangible, how‑to guidance on common printing tasks, including punctuation exercises, directions to apprentices, and methods for distributing, composing, and correcting text. It also surveys the role of grammar in professional work and the impact of precise pointing on final documents.
- Practical rules for punctuation, spelling, and language use in printing
- Step‑by‑step guidance on layout, margins, and form construction
- Techniques for proof reading, correcting, and ensuring accuracy
- Historical context and expert commentary to inform skilled workmanship
Ideal for readers of printers’ manuals, apprentices learning the craft, and anyone curious about the practical side of 18th‑ and 19th‑century printing.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive guide to 19th-century punctuation, a crucial aspect of language and effective communication. Building upon the work of earlier grammarians such as Mr. Stower, the author provides a practical treatise on pointing, offering clear rules and detailed examples for various punctuation marks. The book explores the evolution of punctuation, showcasing its origins and development over time. Moreover, it delves into the nuances of punctuation, discussing its role in enhancing the clarity, precision, and expressiveness of written language. The author's insights and guidance equip readers with a deeper understanding of punctuation, enabling them to use it effectively and confidently in their own writing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330317037_0
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