Type. A Visual History of Typefaces & Graphic Styles

Discover the fascinating world of typefaces and graphic styles with this comprehensive visual history book. Spanning from 1628 to the mid-20th century, it explores the evolution of printed lettering through roman, italic, bold, narrow, broad and other fonts. From borders and ornaments to calligrapher's letters, this book showcases a stunning collection of exquisite designs derived from a distinguished Dutch collection. With insightful texts from top editors and collectors, including Alston W. Purvis and Cees de Jong, this book is a must-read for all typography enthusiasts.