Classic Type Faces and How to Use Them: Including 91 Complete Fonts

by J.I. Biegeleisen

Exceptionally useful workbook includes 75 widely used alphabets shown in complete fonts with lower cases. Letters printed jumbo size to reveal every nuance of design. Written descriptions accompany each font, giving detailed analysis of characteristics. Also 16 favorite modern and traditional faces and 940 body and display type specimens arranged alphabetically.

256 pages, Paperback

First published October 13, 1995

Reviews

[Paul Klammer]

Seems to be a good reference for understanding type face metrics and definitions. Helped me to identify 8 fonts for large size, poster use.