9781332339464 - Types of the De Vinne Press: Specimens for the Use of Compositors, Proofreaders and Publishers (Classic Reprint) de Press, De Vinne (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive examination of the various types of black-letter, a distinctive style of typography widely used from the Middle Ages through the nineteenth century. The author traces the evolution of black-letter from its origins in medieval manuscripts to its development in printing, focusing on the work of notable typographers like William Caxton, Nicolas Jenson, and William Morris. The book also analyzes the aesthetic qualities of black-letter, discussing its legibility, readability, and overall impact on the printed page. By placing black-letter within a broader historical context, the author illuminates its significance as a unique and expressive form of typography. Through extensive research and detailed analysis, this book offers a nuanced understanding of black-letter and its enduring legacy in the art of printing. 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.