Typography. (2005)
- Record Type:
- Book
- Title:
- Typography. (2005)
- Main Title:
- Typography
- Further Information:
- Note: Gavin Ambrose and Paul Harris.
- Other Names:
- Ambrose, Gavin
Harris, Paul, 1971- - Contents:
- Introduction. How to get the most out of this book. Looking at type: Where type is used; What is type?; Typefaces and fonts (or founts); Typeface style; Italic or oblique?; Looking at a typeface; Typeface anatomy; X-height; Absolute and relative measurements. Type classification: Basic classifications; Block typefaces; Roman typefaces; Roman variations; Serif variations; Gothic typefaces; Gothic variations; Rounded variations; Script typefaces; Graphic typefaces. Setting type: Type families; Using multiple typefaces; Text hierarchy; Type on a page; Numerals; Drop and standing capitals; Special characters; Ligatures; The right character for the job; Punctuation; Non-alphabetical typefaces; Non-Latin typefaces; Leading; Tracking; Kerning; Spacing; Overprinting and knocking out; Legibility and readability. Type generation: Font generation; Type as a visual identity; Hand-drawn type; Building letterforms; Expressionism. Type Realisation: Materials; Printing techniques; Hot-metal printing; Silk-screen printing; Gravure printing; Print finishing; Embossing and debossing; Foil blocking; Varnishes. Type in practice: Eclecticism; Integrating type and image; Environment. Glossary. Conclusion. Acknowledgements. Contacts.
- Publisher Details:
- Lausanne, Switzerland London New York : AVA Pub. SA Distributed by Thames & Hudson Distributed by Watson-Guptill Publications
- Publication Date:
- 2005
- Extent:
- 1 online resource (176 pages), illustrations
- Subjects:
- 686.22
Graphic design (Typography)
Graphic arts
DESIGN -- Graphic Arts -- Typography
Graphic arts
Graphic design (Typography)
Electronic books - Languages:
- English
- ISBNs:
- 9782940439027
2940439028 - Notes:
- Note: Print version record.
- Access Rights:
- Legal Deposit; Only available on premises controlled by the deposit library and to one user at any one time; The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK).
- Access Usage:
- Restricted: Printing from this resource is governed by The Legal Deposit Libraries (Non-Print Works) Regulations (UK) and UK copyright law currently in force.
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- British Library HMNTS - ELD.DS.421367
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