The Anatomy of Type
A keen typographic eye may help students and professionals in any creative industry. The Anatomy of Type (in the UK, The Geometry of Type) is all about looking at letters more attentively. You'll discover how to discern between related fonts and how letterform qualities (such as contrast, intricacy, and proportion) impact the mood, readability, and utility of each design through visual diagrams and practical descriptions. Aside from the nutritional content, the large-type spreads are also pleasing to the appearance.
The author hand-selected the book's 100 fonts for their practicality and stylistic relevance in today's design world. You'll find current typefaces that are less prevalent — and frequently more helpful — than the overused classics, such as Garamond, Bodoni, Gill Sans, and Helvetica, among others.
