Handy Specimen Book (Classic Reprint): Specimens of Type, Borders and Ornaments, Brass Rule, Woodtype Etc;; Catalogue of Printing Machinery and Materials, Wood Goods, Etc - Couverture souple

Inc, Daystrom

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 133358900X ISBN 13 : 9781333589004

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of printing at the end of the 19th century. The author, a prominent figure in the American Type Founders Company, provides a detailed catalog of the company's typefaces, borders, and printing materials. The book is a testament to the company's dedication to innovation and craftsmanship, showcasing a diverse range of typographic styles that were considered the pinnacle of printing excellence in the era. The author emphasizes the importance of good design in creating compelling printed materials, arguing that even the most skilled composition and presswork can be undermined by poor typography. The book also provides valuable insight into the printing industry's business practices and technological advancements at the time, including detailed information on the American point system, a new standard for type bodies that aimed to ensure greater consistency and interchangeability between different foundries. The book is a testament to the artistry and technological prowess of the printing industry in the late 19th century and offers a unique window into a period of rapid change in communication and visual culture.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 133358900X
• ISBN 13: 9781333589004
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 730
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