Visual Communication: New Books

Essential primer on the basics of typography that focuses specifically on the role of printed text within a paragraph. Full-page illustrations and accessible explanations show the role of white space between letters, words, and lines.

Examines art at the edges of literature through notable covers and the stories behind them, galleries of the many different jackets of bestselling books, an overview of book cover trends throughout history, and insights from dozens of literary and design luminaries.

Done well, typopgraphy can communicate so much more than the words themselves. Typographic design determines how you feel about a message, the associations you make, and ultimately, the overall success of the communication.

An essential reference for designers since 2009, Typography Essentials is now completely refreshed with updated text, new graphics and photos, and a whole new look. Divided into four sections--The Letter, The Word, The Paragraph, and The Page--the text is concise, compact, and easy to reference.