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Specimens of 38 of the finest type families in the world are brought together in Typographic Specimens: The Great Typefaces, making it an invaluable reference tool for graphic designers, editors, art directors, production managers, desktop publishers, and students. Each type family is shown in display and text specimens with complete fonts including italic and bold variations; extended families such as Futura and Univers include additional type weights and widths. Each type family's section opens with a fullpage experimental design, created by an outstanding graphic designer to demonstrate its potential. The specimens are accompanied by a concise discussion of each type family's origins, charactertistics, and usage. Typographic specimens provide an opportunity to study typefaces, to select and plan typography, and to increase one's knowledge of letterforms. Drawing and tracing specimens remain excellent ways to understand type and create logos and other typographic designs. Study of specimens aids in the selection of fonts to be purchased for the font library. Typographic specimens introduce unfamiliar typefaces in printed form and aid in the development of connoisseurship. Comparative analysis of similar faces in printed form becomes possible. Over one hundred prominent designers and design educators were sent a ballot listing all major typefaces and were asked to vote for the type families that best fulfilled their personal criteria for typographic excellence. The typefaces contained in this book represent the results of this poll, providing a compendium of excellent typefaces that have stood the test of time.Typographic Specimens: The Great Typefaces will provide information, inspiration, and a keener knowledge of typography. AkzidenzGroteskAmerican TypewriterBaskervilleBemboBodoniBookmanCaledoniaCaslonCentaurCentury SchoolbookCheltenhamClarendonDidotFolioFranklin GothicFrutigerFuturaGalliardGill SansGaramondGoudy Old StyleHelveticaJansonKabelNews GothicOptimaPalatinoPerpetuaPlantinSabonSerifaStone SansStone SerifStymieTimes New RomanTrump MediaevalUniversZapf Book
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: This book has four hundred sixteen pages. It provides extensive information on typography and typefaces.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type is paperback. This makes the book flexible and easy to handle.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures eight point three one inches in length, one point three inches in width, and ten point nine one inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Philip B. Meggs. He is well-known in the field of graphic design and typography.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the Typography category. It is a valuable resource for design professionals and students.
- Q: How can I use this book effectively? A: You can use this book as a reference for selecting typefaces. It's also helpful for learning about typography's history and characteristics.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in typography? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. It provides insights into typefaces and design principles that are easy to understand.
- Q: Can this book help me improve my design skills? A: Yes, this book can significantly improve your design skills. It offers examples and discussions that inspire creativity.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its quality over time.
- Q: Is there any special care needed for this book? A: No special care is needed. Just handle it with clean hands and avoid exposing it to moisture.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have policies for damaged items.
- Q: Can I return this book if I don’t like it? A: Yes, you can return this book if you are not satisfied. Check the seller's return policy for details.
- Q: How does this book compare to other typography books? A: This book is highly rated among typography books. It features a comprehensive collection of typefaces and expert insights.
- Q: Is this book useful for graphic designers? A: Yes, this book is extremely useful for graphic designers. It serves as a practical guide to typeface selection and usage.
- Q: What makes this book a valuable reference? A: This book is valuable because it includes specimens of thirty-eight of the finest type families and expert commentary.