Book of American Types: Standard Faces

by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.

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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.
  • ISBN10 0764327704
  • ISBN13 9780764327704
  • Publish Date 20 July 2007
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 208
  • Language English