EU shipping is temporarily suspended
£14.95
An authoritative directory of over 300 type terms, from Bembo to X-height, organized according to stages in the writing and typesetting process
See InsideOverview
Have you ever wondered which typeface is used for airport signs? Or about the history behind the Times New Roman font? We are constantly engaging with type, yet many of us struggle to use it effectively or simply to understand the basics.
Let's Talk Type will help to build your knowledge of type and typeface use with a clear and comprehensive 'what is it' and 'why use it' approach to the subject. Five chapters explore topics including the anatomy of type, glyphs, typeface classification, and typefaces ranging from serif and sans serif to script and display. The chapter on typefaces pays particular attention to highlighting key design features and, along with illuminating backstories and tips to aid identification, makes this book the perfect companion for all type enthusiasts and practitioners.
Product Information
Book Details
Format: Paperback
Size: 22.9 x 13.3 cm
Extent: 192 pp
Publication date: 13 June 2016
ISBN: 9780500292297
Contents List
1. Anatomy of type • 2. Glyphs and characters • 3. Type terms • 4. Families and classifications • 5. Serif fonts • 6. Sans Serif fonts • 7. Display fonts • 8. Script fonts
About the Author
Tony Seddon is a freelance designer, project manager and writer. He has written or co-written nearly ten books, among them Type Team, Greetings from Retro Design and The Evolution of Type.
