By Robert Bringhurst
Published: 2004
Long the preserve of trained specialists alone, typography is now a territory open to everyone equipped with a computer. For millions, the ability to produce effective printed documents has lately become, like effective speaking and writing, an essential professional skill and an important source of personal satisfaction. Far more than a style guide, this book is a brief history of typographic art; a compact encyclopedia of typographic symbols, concepts and traditions; and a tour of the technologies employed, old and new. In all, it is a thoughtful and insightful desktop reference for everyone who works with written words. To writers, this book offers a whole new set of skills and tools for effective expression and communication. To readers, it offers a new dimension of reading: a deeper appreciation of letters and a deeper understanding of what they mean.--From publisher description.
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Robert Bringhurst is a renowned Canadian poet, typographer, and essayist, recognized for his profound contributions to literature, typography, and the understanding of indigenous culture. He is best known for his works such as 'The Elements of Typographic Style,' which has become a seminal text in graphic design, and his poetry collections including 'The Beauty of the Dead' and 'The Tree of Meaning.' Bringhurst's writing style is characterized by its lyrical intensity and philosophical depth, seamlessly blending elements of nature, language, and culture. His dedication to preserving indigenous languages and storytelling has also established him as a cultural advocate.
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