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Publication

1994 - Hyphen Press, London, England

Language

English

Word Count

51,750 words, Guess

Page Count

207 pages

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  • LibraryThing278710

Classifications

  • LCCZ246 .K56 1994

Description

"In a survey of developments since 1700, this book proposes a new understanding of modern typography: as something larger and more deeply rooted than a modernism of style. Rather, 'modern' is taken to imply an articulate consciousness of action. The book's treatment lays stress on debates over principle and explanations of practice. But full weight is given to the social, technical and material bases of the activity; and the argument is illustrated by freshly made photographs of items not often reproduced before. Sources of information are discussed and extensively listed. The book thus contributes on several levels: as a brisk narrative of historical development, as a springboard for further investigation, as a delineation of modern typography." "Published first in 1992, Modern typography is now issued in a revised and updated second edition."--Jacket.

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Other Editions

  • Modern typography: an essay in critical historyHyphen Press1994-01-01

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