The Art of the Book by Charles Holme et al.
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About this eBook
| Editor | Holme, Charles, 1848-1923 |
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| Contributor | Brunius, August, 1879-1926 |
| Contributor | Cockerell, Douglas, 1870-1945 |
| Contributor | Deubner, Ludwig, 1877-1946 |
| Contributor | Levetus, A. S. (Amelia Sarah) |
| Contributor | Newdigate, Bernard H. (Bernard Henry), 1869-1944 |
| Contributor | Orcutt, William Dana, 1870-1953 |
| Contributor | Taylor, E. A., 1874-1952 |
| LoC No. | 14016745 |
| Title |
The Art of the Book A Review of Some Recent European and American Work in Typography, Page Decoration & Binding |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | British types for printing books / B.H. Newdigate -- Fine bookbinding in England / D. Cockerell -- The art of the book in Germany / L. Deubner -- The art of the book in France / E.A. Taylor -- The art of the book in Austria / A.S. Levetus -- The art of the book in Hungary -- The art of the book in Sweden / August Brunius -- The art of the book in America / W.D. Orcutt. |
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| Summary | "The Art of the Book" by Charles Holme et al. is a comprehensive review of recent European and American works in typography, page decoration, and binding, written in the early 20th century. This volume explores the evolution and artistry of book production, offering insights into the craftsmanship involved in creating beautiful and innovative book designs. The book illustrates significant contributions from renowned figures such as William Morris and addresses the changing tastes and techniques in bookmaking. The opening of the work presents a detailed introduction that sets the stage for an analysis of various aspects of book art, including a historical overview of types used in printing. It highlights the transition from Gothic to Roman letter forms and discusses the influence of early printers on contemporary typography. The acknowledgment of contributions by various artists and craft professionals signifies the collaborative nature of this art form. Overall, the beginning lays a strong foundation for further exploration into the specific artistic movements and individual contributions that shape the book as a work of art. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Book ornamentation |
| Subject | Type and type-founding |
| Subject | Printing -- Specimens |
| Subject | Bookbinding -- Facsimiles |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45968 |
| Release Date | Jun 14, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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