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    Published by Forgotten Books, 2020

    ISBN 10: 0282029508 ISBN 13: 9780282029500

    Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom

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    Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the relative legibility of different letter forms used in printed text. The author examines a range of typefaces, including italic, bold, and condensed variations, analyzing how factors such as letterform, size, and spacing impact readability. Drawing on historical and experimental research, the book explores the evolution of letter design, from early black letter to contemporary fonts. The author investigates how the shape and heaviness of letters influence their recognizability and suggests optimal configurations for improved legibility. Through a series of experiments and observations, the book provides valuable insights for designers, publishers, and anyone interested in the art and science of typography. Its findings contribute to the ongoing pursuit of enhancing the effectiveness and accessibility of printed communication. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.