The Elements of Typographic Style

If allowed only one book on typography it would be this one.

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If allowed only one book on typography it would be this one.

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@davidyeiser I'm a huge design/type nerd. Is this book focused more on the history or art of typography?

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10yr ago

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It has aspects of both. I would say it’s a holistic approach to the subject, like a liberal arts degree in typography condensed into a book. From the Foreword: “This book has therefore grown into something more than a short manual of typographic etiquette. It is the fruit of a lot of long walks in the wilderness of letters: in part a pocket field guide to the living wonders that are found there, and in part a meditation on the ecological principles, survival techniques and ethics that apply.”

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10yr ago

Conjure

This is the Bible for anyone whose work involves using typography. Reading this book and keeping it always handy paired with a good understanding of grid systems can will make the difference between stellar and amateur design. I'm surprised it has such few upvotes!

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