Encyclopaedia of typefaces
By: Jaspert, Berry and Johnson
Contributors: Berry, W. Turner (William Turner); Johnson, A. F. (Alfred Forbes)
Edition: 55th anniversary edition [5th ed.].
Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
Published: 2008
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 416
ISBN-13: 9781844036707
Subjects: Type and type-founding; Encyclopedias; Specimens
Other titles: Encyclopaedia of type faces
Description: The definitive desktop reference guide for anyone concerned with typefaces. For printers, typographers, graphic designers, publishers, desktop publishers and website designers, or anyone interested in the right typographic finish, this collection is invaluable. With over 2,000 typefaces arranged alphabetically and into three sections - Romans, Lineales and Scripts- this is the most accessible and easy-to-use edition yet. Each entry includes a specimen setting, the original founder or manufacturer, as well as the date of introduction. This book contains type faces essential for practical use as well as the historical importance of them. Established and classic typefaces, unique qualities and applicatio- ns -it's all here. Updated with new corrections by the author this is the most comprehensive edition ever of Encyclopaedia of Typefaces.

Printing.
Notes: Previous ed.: London: Blandford, 1970.

Includes index.