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Alphabets Old and New: For the Use of Craftsmen, With an Introductory Essay on 'Art in the Alphabet' (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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The alphabets here gathered together have been selected, and some Of them designed, with a very practical purpose - to trace the development Of lettering, to register the forms characteristic Of successive periods Of design, to show how writing is affected by the tools employed, and, finally, to suggest the endless variations a man may himself play upon shapes in some measure fixed by custom.
Here are models not for penmen only - the pen is only one of the implements employed in writing - but for all manner Of craftsmen who may have occasion to make decorative use Of wording.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 1331638984
- ISBN 13 9781331638988
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages260
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a magnificent collection of alphabets spanning cultures and centuries, exploring the evolution of letterforms and their significance in the history of written communication. From ancient Greek to modern brushwork, the author traces the development of alphabets, offering insights into how different writing tools and techniques have influenced their shapes and styles. This book is a captivating resource for anyone interested in typography, graphic design, or the history of written language. It uncovers the hidden stories behind the symbols we use every day, revealing the artistry and ingenuity that has shaped the very fabric of our communication. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781331638988_0
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