Printers' Dictionary and Guide Book: Containing Webster's Spelling and Division of the Most Used Words of the English Language and Chapters on Job Work, Punctuation, Useful Receipts, Etc (Classic Repr - Hardcover

William A. Kelsey

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0260767603 ISBN 13: 9780260767608

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Build your printing know‑how with a detailed, hands‑on reference and glossary.

This edition serves as a practical guide for working with type, presses, and daily studio tasks, while also offering spelling guidance and word division. It collects essential instructions for setting type, locking up forms, running presses, cleaning types, and distributing work, all written in clear, step‑by‑step language. Ideal for anyone seeking a historical reference that explains traditional printshop methods alongside practical tips.

What you’ll experience:

• Hands‑on procedures for composing, locking up, and proofing print jobs
• Clear explanations of type spacing, ink preparation, and press operations
• Practical guidance on cleaning, maintaining rollers, and organizing a case
• A traditional vocabulary and spelling reference to support accurate writing and reproduction

Ideal for readers of printing history, typography, and vintage craft manuals who want to understand old‑school production techniques and terminology.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260767603
• ISBN 13: 9780260767608
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 123