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The Evolution of Type: A Graphic Guide to 100 Landmark Typefaces
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The Evolution of Type examines 100 landmark typefaces from the history of font design, from the type used by Johannes Gutenberg to produce his 42-Line Bible, to the latest digital typefaces. It reveals the meaning behind typographic characters and shows how the use of type has changed over time.
A full spread is devoted to each typeface and its origins. Concise text describes the design history and usage of the face, and its long-term impact on the development of typefaces. Annotated enlargements show the new features that the typeface introduced and highlight its most important design characteristics.
A full spread is devoted to each typeface and its origins. Concise text describes the design history and usage of the face, and its long-term impact on the development of typefaces. Annotated enlargements show the new features that the typeface introduced and highlight its most important design characteristics.
- ISBN:
- 9781770855045
- Publication Date:
- 2015-08-14
- Publisher:
- Firefly Books Ltd
- Language:
- English
- Page Count:
- 256
- Size:
- 10.07" l x 7.82" w x 0.98" h
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- Art and Photography
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- General and Miscellaneous
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