Writing and Illuminating and Lettering
$60.18
- Paperback
480 pages
- Release Date
27 March 2003
Summary
One of the founders of modern calligraphy, Edward Johnston regarded lettering, writing, and illuminating as not only desirable ends in themselves but also as practical avenues to mastery of typography, decoration, and design. In this classic, profusely illustrated guide, he distilled his expertise into a series of easy-to-follow lessons that will benefit any student of calligraphy, book design, or art.
Part I is devoted to writing and illuminating. Early chapters cover the fundamental…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780486285344 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0486285340 |
| Author: | Edward Johnston |
| Publisher: | Dover Publications Inc. |
| Imprint: | Dover Publications Inc. |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 480 |
| Release Date: | 27 March 2003 |
| Weight: | 409g |
| Dimensions: | 24mm x 125mm x 184mm |
| Series: | Lettering, Calligraphy, Typography |
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Edward Johnston
Edward Johnston (1872-1944) is regarded as one of the fathers of calligraphy, and his books and teachings are credited with reviving the art of modern penmanship and lettering. The sans-serif Johnston typeface that appeared throughout the London Underground prior to the 1980s was his most prominent design. Johnston influenced a generation of British calligraphers and typographers, notably Eric Gill, and his students founded the Society of Scribes & Illuminators.
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