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Discover an iconic 1908 specimen book for printers. It presents borders, ornaments, and brass rules in rich detail.
This edition brings together samples and explanations that illuminate the scope of point‑line type used in borders and decorative elements. It also includes notes on the American Point System and the origins and nomenclature of type bodies, offering both practical reference and historical context for typography work.
- A wide collection of borders, ornaments, and brass rules to enhance printed pages.
- Insights into the American Point System and how type bodies relate to each other.
- Historical notes on the origin of type and the evolution of printing practices.
- Organization features such as sections and an index to aid quick reference.
Ideal for printers, designers, and students of typography who appreciate authentic, hands‑on reference material.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, originally published in 1908, presents a comprehensive overview of the American Point Line System, a standardized system for the sizes and positions of typefaces on printing surfaces. Developed in the United States in the 1880s, the system ensured accurate alignment of typefaces in printing presses, eliminating the need for cumbersome manual adjustments. The author, a renowned authority on typography and printing technology, meticulously details the history, principles, and practical applications of this groundbreaking system. This book is an invaluable resource for printers, typographers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the foundational concepts of printing and typography. Its insights remain as relevant today as when it was first published. 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 # 9781390312409_0
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