Book of American Types: Standard Faces (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780764327704)

More than 300 printing type fonts are illustrated, each shown in its entirety, along with examples of typeset documents that use them. There are examples of body fonts in various sizes and leadings, and a host of initials and monograms. This early 20th century gem finds new life in a book that will serve as standard reference in any graphic design library. Great old fonts like Copperplate, Cheltenham, Goudy, Bodoni, and Garamond, are represented along with great calligraphic, typewriter, and other fancy fonts. A wonderful assortment of Art Deco fonts find a home in this book, like Newport, Rosetti, Agency, Boul Mich, Gallia, Parisian, and many more.

Author: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
ISBN-10: 0764327704
ISBN-13: 9780764327704
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/20/2007
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.20lbs
Size: 10.90h x 8.50w x 0.80d