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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 defining 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. Visual History of Type is a complete visual survey of the history of type showing the original typefaces in the forms in which their designers intended them to be seen Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781780679761
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Title: The Visual History of Type (Hardcover)
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing, London
Publication Date: 2017
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: new
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